Most of the stories that dominate the news cannot be understood without a knowledge of Economics. Is Europe, let alone Britain, likely to be a core player on the international stage over the next few years? How will humanity cope with the huge threats posed by global warming? What opportunities will arise if humans can live to be 500? What will society do when half of the population is not actually needed for production? This dynamic and exciting course will give you a thorough grounding in Economics and an insight into the issues which affect the world. Students will develop knowledge and understanding of economic concepts and theories at the same time developing the skills of critical analysis and thought required by economists. The course starts by considering the relationship between firms and consumers (microeconomics), poverty and pollution, and how the government intervenes to control the allocation of resources. It then goes on to consider the bigger picture – the macro economy. We look at inflation, trade, unemployment and exchange rates, to name but a few areas. In the second year we revisit micro and macroeconomics in greater depth, building on the first year of study.
5 GCSEs level 4 or above. In addition, level 6 in both English and Maths at GCSE.
Three papers: one microeconomics, one macroeconomics and a third that covers the whole course. Papers one and two follow the same format - a data response set of questions, and an an essay. Paper three consists of multiple choice questions and a data response.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Rivington Lane, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7RU |
Most of the stories that dominate the news cannot be understood without a knowledge of Economics. Is Europe, let alone Britain, likely to be a core player on the international stage over the next few years? How will humanity cope with the huge threats posed by global warming? What opportunities will arise if humans can live to be 500? What will society do when half of the population is not actually needed for production? This dynamic and exciting course will give you a thorough grounding in Economics and an insight into the issues which affect the world. Students will develop knowledge and understanding of economic concepts and theories at the same time developing the skills of critical analysis and thought required by economists. The course starts by considering the relationship between firms and consumers (microeconomics), poverty and pollution, and how the government intervenes to control the allocation of resources. It then goes on to consider the bigger picture – the macro economy. We look at inflation, trade, unemployment and exchange rates, to name but a few areas. In the second year we revisit micro and macroeconomics in greater depth, building on the first year of study.
5 GCSEs level 4 or above. In addition, level 6 in both English and Maths at GCSE.
Three papers: one microeconomics, one macroeconomics and a third that covers the whole course. Papers one and two follow the same format - a data response set of questions, and an an essay. Paper three consists of multiple choice questions and a data response.