Economics A-level is split into two areas. The first focuses on ‘microeconomic’ aspects where students investigate topics which explain petrol price rises, and how governments respond to problems in areas such as education and the NHS. The world of business economics is also addressed in which students examine issues such as cost, revenue and profit within a range of practical industries. Discussion covers ‘hot topics’ such as London’s congestion charge and the HS2 project. The second area is about ‘macroeconomic’ issues. This involves learning about key measures of national economic performance and the main objectives and instruments of UK economic policy. We examine the UK tax system and the implications of government spending plans and ‘austerity’ amongst much more. International trade, globalisation, global poverty and economic growth across the world – as well as the ramifications of Brexit – are some of the thought provoking issues covered.
For new students, entry to the Sixth Form is dependent on GCSE grades, an interview with the Headmaster and a school reference. To enter our Sixth Form and be successful, we like to see grade 7s in the GCSE subjects a student wishes to take at A Level (8s for Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) or in relevant subjects, with at least six grades 6s overall. We also accept students onto BTEC Sport and Exercise Science plus one A Level. For this combination, we like to see at least six grade 5s at GCSE overall, with a 7 in a relevant subject for the A Level. Below this attainment level, likely, we are not the right match for a student, although we are happy to discuss exceptional circumstances.
At the end of the second year, students sit three exam papers: one on microeconomics, another on macroeconomics and a final one centred around a current economic issue.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £12,705 - £19,704; Boarding £36,639 - £40,365 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SG |
Economics A-level is split into two areas. The first focuses on ‘microeconomic’ aspects where students investigate topics which explain petrol price rises, and how governments respond to problems in areas such as education and the NHS. The world of business economics is also addressed in which students examine issues such as cost, revenue and profit within a range of practical industries. Discussion covers ‘hot topics’ such as London’s congestion charge and the HS2 project. The second area is about ‘macroeconomic’ issues. This involves learning about key measures of national economic performance and the main objectives and instruments of UK economic policy. We examine the UK tax system and the implications of government spending plans and ‘austerity’ amongst much more. International trade, globalisation, global poverty and economic growth across the world – as well as the ramifications of Brexit – are some of the thought provoking issues covered.
For new students, entry to the Sixth Form is dependent on GCSE grades, an interview with the Headmaster and a school reference. To enter our Sixth Form and be successful, we like to see grade 7s in the GCSE subjects a student wishes to take at A Level (8s for Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) or in relevant subjects, with at least six grades 6s overall. We also accept students onto BTEC Sport and Exercise Science plus one A Level. For this combination, we like to see at least six grade 5s at GCSE overall, with a 7 in a relevant subject for the A Level. Below this attainment level, likely, we are not the right match for a student, although we are happy to discuss exceptional circumstances.
At the end of the second year, students sit three exam papers: one on microeconomics, another on macroeconomics and a final one centred around a current economic issue.