Economics
Sherfield School - Hampshire
01256884800
Reading Road, Sherfield-on-Loddon, Hampshire, RG27 0HU
Course summary

Economics A-Level will appeal to students who want to develop an understanding of the wider economic and social environment and they will develop the ability to adopt an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to their studies. Many of the skills, qualities and attitudes which are developed by studying economics will equip them for the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of adult and working life.

Entry requirements

Students must have achieved at least Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics and Grade 6 in GCSE English Language or GCSE English Literature. Students need to have achieved at least Grade 6

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Markets and Market Failure (33.3% of A-Level grade) •This paper assesses microeconomics themes relating to individuals, firms and market failure. Examining the nature of economics, how markets work, the application of supply and demand analysis to real-world situations, the nature and cause of market failure and government interventions to remedy market failures. Paper 2: National and International Economy (33.3% of A-Level grade) • This paper has a more macroeconomic flavour, focusing on how economic theories relate to a country and the world in general and how governments attempt to manage their economies for the wider benefit of society. Paper 3: Economic Principles and Issues (33.3% of A-Level grade) • This paper integrates the micro and macroeconomic issues covered over the course. It is divided into a multiple-choice section and case study; requiring students to analyse and evaluate the economic issues and principles raised in the case study.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£22,380 - £35,970
Sixth Form Fee£12,105 - £20,175
AddressReading Road, Sherfield-on-Loddon, Hampshire, RG27 0HU