Through the study of economics you will be able to apply economic concepts and theories, giving you a greater understanding of commercial life in local, national and international contexts. The Edexcel AS and A2 syllabus followed provides opportunities to explore critically issues such as:- Why do footballers earn more than nurses? Should the National Health Service provide free IVF treatment for childless couples? Is it right that 10 million people in the UK are living in poverty today? Will carbon trading schemes help to reduce the impact of global warming? Is it fair that the world’s richest 8% earn half of the planet’s income?
Students should have achieved a GCSE grade 6 in Maths as well as in a humanities subject such as History, Geography or Business.
Written examination (100%)
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £9,840 - £13,470; International Students£18,000 |
| Address | Chamber Road, Oldham, OL8 4BX |
Through the study of economics you will be able to apply economic concepts and theories, giving you a greater understanding of commercial life in local, national and international contexts. The Edexcel AS and A2 syllabus followed provides opportunities to explore critically issues such as:- Why do footballers earn more than nurses? Should the National Health Service provide free IVF treatment for childless couples? Is it right that 10 million people in the UK are living in poverty today? Will carbon trading schemes help to reduce the impact of global warming? Is it fair that the world’s richest 8% earn half of the planet’s income?
Students should have achieved a GCSE grade 6 in Maths as well as in a humanities subject such as History, Geography or Business.
Written examination (100%)