Take Economics at A Level if you are interested in the world around you and you want to investigate how our Economic system works. Economics contains elements of the arts and sciences, so combines well with a wide range of other subjects. It can lead to professional qualifications in business and finance as well as to degree courses in Economics. The Economics specification gives a strong grounding in both microeconomics and macroeconomics, through a multi-component externally assessed qualification. The key purpose of this qualification is to provide an introduction to the study of Economics, with the content focusing on providing the basic knowledge and understanding of the essential aspects of economic theory and concepts. The aim is for you to learn how to ‘think as economists’, and be able to develop the necessary analytical, questioning and quantitative skills in order to progress in the subject, within relevant associated subjects or for use in their professional lives. You will develop various skillsets - from data analysis, problem solving and high tariff writing to independent learning, critical thinking and decision making - which can make them stand out as they progress to higher education and/or the workplace. Because it is topical - and because economists often disagree it can also be controversial. You are encouraged to keep up with current issues in the newspapers and on television.