The course will begin with you stranded on a desert island. Should you collect coconuts or go fishing? From this sandy beginning we will construct the first of many models that explain our complex economy. This course will help you understand the ever changing economic environment. What was the 'Credit Crunch'? How will the UK economy be affected by Brexit? Was the Bank of England right to cut interest rates to the lowest level for 300 years? Should governments control monopolies? You will study the economic theories that help to answer the questions above and many, many more. Students will also find out how to research, handle numerical and written data, and to communicate effectively. You will also get the chance to take part in competitions such as Target 2.0 and Bullbearings FX trading.
You will need to have a minimum of 5 A* - C grades at GCSE to study this course and you will need to have achieved B grades in both English and Mathematics. You must have an analytical mind and enjoy using diagrams to help you understand complex economic problems. You must have a genuine interest in current affairs and have a desire to understand the world around you. To study A-Level subjects, you will need to achieve a minimum of 3 grade 5s and 2 grade 4s at GCSE including Maths and English Language.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Barrow Hall Lane, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3AA |
The course will begin with you stranded on a desert island. Should you collect coconuts or go fishing? From this sandy beginning we will construct the first of many models that explain our complex economy. This course will help you understand the ever changing economic environment. What was the 'Credit Crunch'? How will the UK economy be affected by Brexit? Was the Bank of England right to cut interest rates to the lowest level for 300 years? Should governments control monopolies? You will study the economic theories that help to answer the questions above and many, many more. Students will also find out how to research, handle numerical and written data, and to communicate effectively. You will also get the chance to take part in competitions such as Target 2.0 and Bullbearings FX trading.
You will need to have a minimum of 5 A* - C grades at GCSE to study this course and you will need to have achieved B grades in both English and Mathematics. You must have an analytical mind and enjoy using diagrams to help you understand complex economic problems. You must have a genuine interest in current affairs and have a desire to understand the world around you. To study A-Level subjects, you will need to achieve a minimum of 3 grade 5s and 2 grade 4s at GCSE including Maths and English Language.