Economics

Assessment

The A Level in Economics is a linear qualification with 100% external assessment. There will be three question papers each of two hours in length and each will carry a maximum of 80 marks. Component 1 – Microeconomics The assessment of Component 1 relates entirely to microeconomics and consists of a data response question and two high tariff questions. For each high tariff question, learners are given a choice of two questions. Component 2 – Macroeconomics The assessment of Component 2 relates entirely to macroeconomics and like Component 1, consists of a data response question and two high tariff questions. For each high tariff question, learners are given a choice of two questions. Component 3 – Themes in Economics The assessment of Component 3 consists of a series of 30 multiple choice questions, although there will still be some of the multiple choice questions that assess analytical and evaluative skills Learners will also be required to respond to a series of short answer and extended response questions based on an unseen theme for a total of 50 marks. All 3 components are 2 hours long and are worth 33.3% of the final A Level Mark.