On this course, you will study Economics through applying economic theory to support analysis of current economic problems and issues. Students on this course will be encouraged to appreciate the relationship between microeconomics and macroeconomics. Subject content includes price determination, opportunity cost, how the economy works and economic performance. Students will be able to relate what they are learning to the world around them, locally, nationally, and internationally.
Grade 6 in Mathematics and English Language
Students are assessed on two topics in the first year: Paper 1 – Introduction to Markets and Market Failure Paper 2 – The UK Economy – Policies and Performance Mock exams last 1 hour 30 minutes per paper. A-Level is assessed through three papers: Paper 1 – Markets and Business Behaviour, worth 35%, a 2-hour paper. Paper 2 – The National and Global Economy, worth 35%, a 2-hour paper. Paper 3 – Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, worth 30%, a 2-hour paper.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Benton Park Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE7 7PE |
On this course, you will study Economics through applying economic theory to support analysis of current economic problems and issues. Students on this course will be encouraged to appreciate the relationship between microeconomics and macroeconomics. Subject content includes price determination, opportunity cost, how the economy works and economic performance. Students will be able to relate what they are learning to the world around them, locally, nationally, and internationally.
Grade 6 in Mathematics and English Language
Students are assessed on two topics in the first year: Paper 1 – Introduction to Markets and Market Failure Paper 2 – The UK Economy – Policies and Performance Mock exams last 1 hour 30 minutes per paper. A-Level is assessed through three papers: Paper 1 – Markets and Business Behaviour, worth 35%, a 2-hour paper. Paper 2 – The National and Global Economy, worth 35%, a 2-hour paper. Paper 3 – Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, worth 30%, a 2-hour paper.