Course information
Economics
Broughton Hall Catholic High School - Liverpool
01515419400
Yew Tree Lane, West Derby, Liverpool, L12 9HJ
Course summary

Economists are needed to advise the government, banks, and industry. These are the experts that analyze the economic conditions that affect businesses and consumers. It offers insight into the world of money and business with which many of us are familiar. Everyone takes part in economic activity as consumers, employees, tax-payers, and voters. Young people ought to have an understanding of the economic system, and what is involved in buying and selling. People also need to know where their business stands in relation to the outside world. In all these cases a knowledge of Economics is extremely useful and relevant to people's lives. Indeed anyone who is interested in current affairs will be curious about Economics and what it has to offer. Students taking this subject are encouraged to read as widely as possible about contemporary economic issues. Economics will examine different systems for running a country, comment on which is best, and why the government needs to intervene in the running of the nation, for example, by providing universities or hospitals. How far the government should intervene is a source of much economic debate. In a range of real-life situations, Economics tries to provide answers to the questions 'Which is best?' and 'Which is fair?'.

Entry requirements

Students need to have achieve at least 3 grade 5’s and 2 grade 4’s at GCSE level. GCSE Grade 6 in English Language and Grade 7 in Maths. Students will find that they are not expected to have studied the subject or Business Studies before and that the assessment approach will motivate them to work hard.

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About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityLiverpool
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
AddressYew Tree Lane, West Derby, Liverpool, L12 9HJ