Economics

Entry Requirements

Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. This is an intellectually rigorous course, a view shared by top universities. As a result at least a grade 7 or equivalent in Mathematics GCSE and a relevant humanities subject (e.g. History or Geography) is required. It is not a requirement to have studied economics or business studies at GCSE. It is recommended that those considering Economics as a possible degree course should study Mathematics at A Level as well. Those wishing to apply to the most competitive economics-related courses should consider taking Further Mathematics as well.