Economics

Course summary

Economics is exciting, contemporary and increasingly relevant in a global environment. Throughout this course you will study topics that are as wide ranging as the debates about whether fracking should be allowed, whether taxes on the rich should be raised, assess the economic impact of Covid-19, how can developing countries ensure a more equal distribution of income and whether students should pay more for their university fees. It is a subject that requires students to carefully analyse the issues raised, consider the opinions of others and engage in debate and discussion within the class. As such topics are diverse and controversial, we expect all candidates to be able to read widely, follow argument and be brave enough to reach their own conclusions.