Economics
Abingdon School - Oxfordshire
01235521563
Park Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DE
Course summary

Economics is about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms. An economic way of thinking can help you make better choices.

Entry requirements

An overall average of a grade 6 at GCSE or IGCSE in all subjects is required for entry to our Sixth Form, with a minimum of a grade 7 in the subjects you wish to study at A Level (a minimum of a grade 8 in Further Maths). In addition, you will be expected to take on greater responsibility for your own independent learning as part of the transition from life at school to university and further career.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 (35%) 2 hours Microeconomics: Short-answer, data response and essay questions on markets and business behaviour. This includes how markets work and why they fail. As well as exploring how businesses grow and compete, the labour market and how the government intervenes to make markets work better. Paper 2 (35%) 2 hours Macroeconomics: Short-answer, data response and essay questions on the national and global economy. This includes considering the role of government and the UK economy. As well as exploring international trade, inequality within and between countries, emerging and developing economies, public finances and the role and impact of the financial sector. Paper 3 (30%) 2 hours The questions in the exam – data response and essay questions – cover concepts and theory from the whole course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeBoys
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Boarding Fee£40,650 - £49,800
Sixth Form Fee£24,420
AddressPark Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DE