Economics

Course summary

Economics is a fascinating subject and perhaps more relevant today than ever before. Questions such as why is the world so unequal? Why do professional footballers earn so much money? Why are there so many people without jobs? Why does the cost of living keep rising? Why does the Bank of England change interest rates? Are individuals rational? and many more are all explored in Economics. Better still, Economics looks for answers to all of these questions. Economics can help us to make more efficient use of the world's scarce resources and help to increase the standard of living throughout the world over time. As an economist you will develop a wide range of skills including quantitative, analytical and evaluative skills along with communication, problem solving, debating and team work skills. The subject keeps your options open in terms of higher education and also careers. Some pupils decide to continue with the subject at university.