Economics A-level provides a very good grounding in economic and strategic thinking which will provide students with a solid foundation in economic awareness and understanding. The course encourages students to develop an understanding of economic concepts and theories through a critical consideration of current economic issues. It also expects students to apply economic concepts and theories in a range of contexts and to appreciate their values and limitations in explaining real-world phenomena. Note: Many universities require students applying for an economics degree to have gained an A-level in mathematics or further mathematics.
The minimum requirement for entry to the sixth form is 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s in full GCSE courses. These must include a grade 5 or above in both mathematics and English language or literature. Successful A-level economics students need to have good communication skills and be confident using numbers. Consequently, a GCSE grade 6 in both English language and mathematics are necessary. Students do not need to have studied business studies at GCSE-level.
A-level Paper 1 Markets and Market Failure 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 2 The National & International Economy 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 3 Economic Principles and Issues 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level
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| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | East End Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8QF |
Economics A-level provides a very good grounding in economic and strategic thinking which will provide students with a solid foundation in economic awareness and understanding. The course encourages students to develop an understanding of economic concepts and theories through a critical consideration of current economic issues. It also expects students to apply economic concepts and theories in a range of contexts and to appreciate their values and limitations in explaining real-world phenomena. Note: Many universities require students applying for an economics degree to have gained an A-level in mathematics or further mathematics.
The minimum requirement for entry to the sixth form is 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s in full GCSE courses. These must include a grade 5 or above in both mathematics and English language or literature. Successful A-level economics students need to have good communication skills and be confident using numbers. Consequently, a GCSE grade 6 in both English language and mathematics are necessary. Students do not need to have studied business studies at GCSE-level.
A-level Paper 1 Markets and Market Failure 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 2 The National & International Economy 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 3 Economic Principles and Issues 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level