The subject content for A level Economics has been grouped into three broad areas: • Microeconomics • Macroeconomics • Trade and development Microeconomics is a branch of economics that studies the behaviour of individuals and firms in making decisions regarding the allocation of limited resources. Macroeconomics is the branch of economics that studies the behaviour and performance of an economy as a whole. It focuses on the aggregate changes in the economy such as unemployment, growth rate, gross domestic product and inflation. Trade and development is the branch of economics that studies macroeconomic performance in a global context and examines deeper economic integration between countries. It focuses on why countries trade and the importance of globalisation to trade and development. Why choose this course? Anyone who: • Wishes to study Economics at university • Wishes to pursue a career in Economics or related fields • Wishes to develop transferable skills such as analytical, critical thinking and numerical skills. • Enjoys studying a subject that allows us to understand the world we live in.
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes (including both English and Mathematics) at Grade 4 or higher. Grade 6 in GCSE Maths PLUS Grade 5 in GCSE English Language.
-The course is assessed by 100% examination. Paper 1: Economic Principles-Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes Paper 2: Exploring Economic Behaviour-Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes Paper 3: Evaluating Economic Models and Policies-Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes -Questions range from short answer (including multiple choice), data response and essay style questions.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | The Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB |
The subject content for A level Economics has been grouped into three broad areas: • Microeconomics • Macroeconomics • Trade and development Microeconomics is a branch of economics that studies the behaviour of individuals and firms in making decisions regarding the allocation of limited resources. Macroeconomics is the branch of economics that studies the behaviour and performance of an economy as a whole. It focuses on the aggregate changes in the economy such as unemployment, growth rate, gross domestic product and inflation. Trade and development is the branch of economics that studies macroeconomic performance in a global context and examines deeper economic integration between countries. It focuses on why countries trade and the importance of globalisation to trade and development. Why choose this course? Anyone who: • Wishes to study Economics at university • Wishes to pursue a career in Economics or related fields • Wishes to develop transferable skills such as analytical, critical thinking and numerical skills. • Enjoys studying a subject that allows us to understand the world we live in.
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes (including both English and Mathematics) at Grade 4 or higher. Grade 6 in GCSE Maths PLUS Grade 5 in GCSE English Language.
-The course is assessed by 100% examination. Paper 1: Economic Principles-Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes Paper 2: Exploring Economic Behaviour-Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes Paper 3: Evaluating Economic Models and Policies-Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes -Questions range from short answer (including multiple choice), data response and essay style questions.