Course information
Economics
Tormead School - Surrey
01483575101
Cranley Road, Guildford, GU1 2JD
Course summary

A Level Economics balances a robust knowledge of theory with the ability to apply this knowledge to real world problems and issues. Every year, girls marvel at how even from the first lesson their understanding and appreciation of the world has improved. They find this exciting and exhilarating. At its most fundamental level, Economics is about how choices are made, the consequences of these choices and how these choices and behaviours may be influenced. All of this is set against what is called the fundamental economic problem – ensuring that resources are used as efficiently as possible. The course is split into two parts – micro and macro. Micro economics considers how consumers and producers take decisions, how prices are determined, the impact of monopolies, how labour markets work, and the distribution of income, poverty and inequality. Macro Economics considers how economies grow and how unemployment and inflation are determined. At the global level, the course focuses on trade, trade patterns and consequences. Key themes running through both parts of the syllabus are the role of governments and their policy choices and effectiveness, the role of financial markets in the stability and success of economies, the impact of technological progress and the rationality of economic agents in reaching their decisions.

Entry requirements

Conditional offers are made in early December. Students are expected to achieve a minimum of eight GCSE passes with at least seven at Grade 7 or above. We also expect the students to obtain a Grade 7 or above in those subjects they wish to study in Sixth Form.

How you'll be assessed

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About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeGirls
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Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£10,500 - £18,975
AddressCranley Road, Guildford, GU1 2JD