Economics
Salford City College - Salford
01616315000
Dronfield Road, Salford, M6 7FR
Course summary

Ever wondered why large corporations such as Google make more in revenue than some countries? Did you know that the 2018 sugar tax will generate around £520 million per year and will fund sport in primary schools? Ever questioned the benefits of the European Single Market and the implications of Brexit? What to produce? How to produce? For whom to produce? These are the three main questions for all budding economists. Students will learn to think abstractly, develop a good head for figures and gain a better understanding of the financial market, the global economy and economic efficiency.

Entry requirements

Students will need a minimum of three grade 4s and three grade 5s at GCSE including a grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Maths. Additional Information: We will consider 1 Vocational qualification in place of a GCSE as long as a grade 5 is achieved in English Language.

How you'll be assessed

Assessment for the first year of the two-year course is split into two papers, the operation of markets and market failure and the national economy in a global context. The second year comprises of three papers which cover markets and market failure, national and international economy and economic principles and issues.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthoritySalford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDronfield Road, Salford, M6 7FR