Economics
Barnsley College - Barnsley
01226216216
PO Box 266, Church Street, Barnsley, S70 2YW
Course summary

Economics is about choice and the impact of choices made. It relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals, to the structures created by governments and firms. The global financial crisis, international trade, global warming, sustainable development and inequalities between populations – these are all issues to which economics can be applied in an attempt to provide solutions to global problems.

Entry requirements

We ask for an average GCSE point score of 5 or above (based on 8 or more GCSEs) to study an A Level programme*. This will include a 5 or above in English Language and Maths. If you have a GCSE point score between 4.75 and 5 you can access certain A Level subjects. We are confident that we have a range of A Level courses that will get you to university. We will discuss entry requirements with you at interview so please come and talk to us! Your average GCSE score will include the Grades for all your GCSE subjects, added together, then divided by the number of subjects you’ve taken. GCSE Grade 5 or above in English Language and Mathematics.

How you'll be assessed

A Level Economics is assessed at the end of the second year by examination over three two-hour papers.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityBarnsley
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPO Box 266, Church Street, Barnsley, S70 2YW