A level Economics encourages learners to develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the subject as well as to appreciate the contribution of economics to the understanding of the wider economic and social environment. It also helps learners develop an understanding of a range of concepts and an ability to use those concepts in a variety of different contexts. They will also understand that economic behaviour can be studied from a range of perspectives as well as developing their analytical and quantitative skills, together with qualities and attitudes which will equip them for the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of adult and working life. A Level Economics Topics: Microeconomic theory · Theoretical working of the free market · Imperfections and market failures · Macroeconomy functions on a domestic and global level · Policy approaches · Changes in macroeconomics over time
In addition to a minimum of 5 GCSE’s inc Maths and English at grade 5 or above Grade 6 in a humanities GCSE subject.
Microeconomics 80 marks 2 hour written paper = 33.3% Macroeconomics 80 marks 2 hour written paper = 33.3% Themes in economics 80 marks 2 hour written paper = 33.3%
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A level Economics encourages learners to develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the subject as well as to appreciate the contribution of economics to the understanding of the wider economic and social environment. It also helps learners develop an understanding of a range of concepts and an ability to use those concepts in a variety of different contexts. They will also understand that economic behaviour can be studied from a range of perspectives as well as developing their analytical and quantitative skills, together with qualities and attitudes which will equip them for the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of adult and working life. A Level Economics Topics: Microeconomic theory · Theoretical working of the free market · Imperfections and market failures · Macroeconomy functions on a domestic and global level · Policy approaches · Changes in macroeconomics over time
In addition to a minimum of 5 GCSE’s inc Maths and English at grade 5 or above Grade 6 in a humanities GCSE subject.
Microeconomics 80 marks 2 hour written paper = 33.3% Macroeconomics 80 marks 2 hour written paper = 33.3% Themes in economics 80 marks 2 hour written paper = 33.3%