Economics
York College - York
01904770200
Sim Balk Lane, York, YO23 2BB
Course summary

A Level Economics encompasses subjects associated with economics including the market system, market failure and government intervention, the national and international economy, economics of work and leisure, the UK economy and economics in a European context in order to give you the broadest knowledge possible. As well as being equipped to handle modern life with a broad knowledge of economics, there are a number of university choices and career options where having A Level Economics is preferable or, in some cases, absolutely necessary. Having this qualification shows you have the ability to analyse and understand economic subjects, as well as sound financial knowledge and essay-writing skills.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSE subjects at grade 5 or above with English Language at grade 4 or above. For this course, students must have a grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

Year One Two written exam papers of 1 hour 30 minutes duration each, involving multi-choice questions and written response, including essay questions. Year Two Three papers of 2 hours each, involving multi-choice, data response and essay questions.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityYork
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSim Balk Lane, York, YO23 2BB