Economics is the study of scarce resources and how those resources are allocated to various uses in a country, You will develop your understanding of both economic and political concepts, theories, and issues. You will Be able to critically evaluate national and global events and decisions that impact your life. What you will study ● Microeconomics: The study of individual markets with regard to prices, wages, profits, and why government intervention is needed in some industries. ● Macroeconomics: Studying national and global objectives such as inflation, unemployment, economic growth, trade and development.
5 x grade 5s or above at GCSE or equivalent. GCSE grade 6 in Maths and grade 5 in English Language.
Three examinations at the end of year two. Paper 1: Markets and market failure: 80 marks (33%). Paper 2: National and international economy: 80 marks (33%). Paper 3: Economic principles and issues: 80 marks (33%).
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Prescot Road, St Helens, WA10 3AG |
Economics is the study of scarce resources and how those resources are allocated to various uses in a country, You will develop your understanding of both economic and political concepts, theories, and issues. You will Be able to critically evaluate national and global events and decisions that impact your life. What you will study ● Microeconomics: The study of individual markets with regard to prices, wages, profits, and why government intervention is needed in some industries. ● Macroeconomics: Studying national and global objectives such as inflation, unemployment, economic growth, trade and development.
5 x grade 5s or above at GCSE or equivalent. GCSE grade 6 in Maths and grade 5 in English Language.
Three examinations at the end of year two. Paper 1: Markets and market failure: 80 marks (33%). Paper 2: National and international economy: 80 marks (33%). Paper 3: Economic principles and issues: 80 marks (33%).