Economics is a highly regarded academic subject that is valued by both employers and universities. It develops skills that complement science, social science, and arts subjects. Economics involves the study of the actions of individuals, firms, and the Government. The course is split into two separate sections, microeconomics and macroeconomics. You will cover these sections in various topics including economic growth, inflation, unemployment, and the labor market. You will also study the international perspectives including international trade, globalization, poverty, and the environment. You will also learn how to apply economic theory to the analysis of ‘real world’ economic issues such as: - What effect will COVID-19 really have on the UK and global economy in years to come, including youth employment, travel, house prices, university places, etc? - How are wages set and why do they change? - How can the government help create jobs or reduce inflation? - How can we control the negative aspects of economic growth such as pollution? - How have Donald Trump’s policies affected the world?
Maths GCSE Req. 5 English GCSE Req. 4 Other Req. 5 GCSE’s at grade 5 or above.
The Economics A Level is assessed by three examinations at the end of Year 2. These have a mixture of short questions to test analytical skills and essay questions which require the analysis of economic issues in greater depth.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Spetchley Road, Worcester, WR5 2LU |
Economics is a highly regarded academic subject that is valued by both employers and universities. It develops skills that complement science, social science, and arts subjects. Economics involves the study of the actions of individuals, firms, and the Government. The course is split into two separate sections, microeconomics and macroeconomics. You will cover these sections in various topics including economic growth, inflation, unemployment, and the labor market. You will also study the international perspectives including international trade, globalization, poverty, and the environment. You will also learn how to apply economic theory to the analysis of ‘real world’ economic issues such as: - What effect will COVID-19 really have on the UK and global economy in years to come, including youth employment, travel, house prices, university places, etc? - How are wages set and why do they change? - How can the government help create jobs or reduce inflation? - How can we control the negative aspects of economic growth such as pollution? - How have Donald Trump’s policies affected the world?
Maths GCSE Req. 5 English GCSE Req. 4 Other Req. 5 GCSE’s at grade 5 or above.
The Economics A Level is assessed by three examinations at the end of Year 2. These have a mixture of short questions to test analytical skills and essay questions which require the analysis of economic issues in greater depth.