The Economics course aims to equip students with the ability to make sense of many contemporary business and economic issues. Students will look at fundamental economic principles and explore the effects on businesses, consumers and government. The course has a strong focus on the changing world economy and the impact of the growing economic power of China and India. It aims to develop in students an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach, developing skills of application, analysis and evaluation. It is the high degree of relevance and, at times, the controversy which makes the subject such a lively and interesting one to study.
Our general entry requirements are an average of Grade 4 at GCSE for Academic A Levels and at least 4 subjects at Grade 4 for Applied Courses To be considered for this course, it is unnecessary to have studied GCSE Business Studies. However, students who have studied GCSE Business must have gained at least grade 6 in the subject. In Mathematics and English, it is preferred that a grade 6 is achieved in both. However, a grade 6 in one and a grade 5 in the other would be considered.
The course is assessed across three papers, each 2 hours in duration. There are a range of questions from multiple choice and short answers to extended written responses.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Farnley Lane, Otley, LS21 2BB |
The Economics course aims to equip students with the ability to make sense of many contemporary business and economic issues. Students will look at fundamental economic principles and explore the effects on businesses, consumers and government. The course has a strong focus on the changing world economy and the impact of the growing economic power of China and India. It aims to develop in students an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach, developing skills of application, analysis and evaluation. It is the high degree of relevance and, at times, the controversy which makes the subject such a lively and interesting one to study.
Our general entry requirements are an average of Grade 4 at GCSE for Academic A Levels and at least 4 subjects at Grade 4 for Applied Courses To be considered for this course, it is unnecessary to have studied GCSE Business Studies. However, students who have studied GCSE Business must have gained at least grade 6 in the subject. In Mathematics and English, it is preferred that a grade 6 is achieved in both. However, a grade 6 in one and a grade 5 in the other would be considered.
The course is assessed across three papers, each 2 hours in duration. There are a range of questions from multiple choice and short answers to extended written responses.