Economics
The FitzWimarc School - Essex
01268743884
Hockley Road, Rayleigh, SS6 8EB
Course summary

The study of Economics emphasises the importance of economic issues in a modern industrial society and seeks to encourage the development of a basic economic competence which will help to prepare the student to play a full part in that society.

Entry requirements

GCSE Mathematics Grade 5 and GCSE English Grade 5

How you'll be assessed

All economics units are assessed entirely through written examinations that are externally marked. Assessment consists of multiple choice questions, data response questions and essay questions. In particular, students must also have an ability to complete extended writing tasks. The A Level will be assessed by 3 exams, which are two hours long, at the end of year 13.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHockley Road, Rayleigh, SS6 8EB