Economics is the study of how individuals or groups of individuals make decisions about the allocation of scarce resources. There is a broad range of skills involved in the study of Economics at A-level. Pupils who enjoy analytical Humanities such as History and English Literature will enjoy the subject, as will those who enjoy understanding the rules and exploring the limitations of theoretical Scientific models. Economics involves developing an understanding of the wider world, and will raise awareness of current affairs whilst simultaneously equipping the student with an ability to assess the likely causes and consequences of current events.
Our offers of places into Year 12 are conditional upon a candidate achieving a minimum of six 8s or 9s at GCSE, including Grades 8 or 9 in the subjects proposed for study at A Level.
The course is assessed in three written exams, all to be sat in the Trinity term of U6. There is no coursework. Markets and Business Behaviour (Themes 1 and 3): 2 hours; 35% of total A-Level The National and Global Economy (Themes 2 and 4): 2 hours; 35% of total A-Level Microeconomics and Macroeconomics (synoptic paper, Themes 1-4): 2 hours; 30% of A-Level
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £20,976 - £21,777 |
| Address | Cowley Place, Oxford, OX4 1DZ |
Economics is the study of how individuals or groups of individuals make decisions about the allocation of scarce resources. There is a broad range of skills involved in the study of Economics at A-level. Pupils who enjoy analytical Humanities such as History and English Literature will enjoy the subject, as will those who enjoy understanding the rules and exploring the limitations of theoretical Scientific models. Economics involves developing an understanding of the wider world, and will raise awareness of current affairs whilst simultaneously equipping the student with an ability to assess the likely causes and consequences of current events.
Our offers of places into Year 12 are conditional upon a candidate achieving a minimum of six 8s or 9s at GCSE, including Grades 8 or 9 in the subjects proposed for study at A Level.
The course is assessed in three written exams, all to be sat in the Trinity term of U6. There is no coursework. Markets and Business Behaviour (Themes 1 and 3): 2 hours; 35% of total A-Level The National and Global Economy (Themes 2 and 4): 2 hours; 35% of total A-Level Microeconomics and Macroeconomics (synoptic paper, Themes 1-4): 2 hours; 30% of A-Level