Economics
Ashington Academy - Northumberland
01670812166
Green Lane, Ashington, NE63 8DH
Course summary

Economics is all about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It relates to every aspect of our life; from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms. An economic way of thinking can help you make better choices. Studying this subject will enable students to fine-tune their skills and allow them to develop an economic mindset. A transferrable skill, students studying economics will be equipped for all manner of future educational or career-based decisions.

Entry requirements

Pass in English and maths, 5 or more grades at 5+ (this can include English and must include maths). A grade 6 in maths or science and at least one writing subject such as English, history, or RS.

How you'll be assessed

This course is assessed through three different written examination papers completed in either May or June of Year 13. Paper 1; Markets and Business Behaviour, Paper 2; The National and Global Economy, Paper 3; Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. Each assessment will last two hours.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNorthumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGreen Lane, Ashington, NE63 8DH