Economics will equip you with the tools to see the world in a new light. If you are interested in finding out how people respond to markets and government policies, then you will enjoy investigating some of the problems that economists face, from the problem of obesity to the economic consequences of climate change. You will also study some of the macroeconomic challenges that governments deal with, from unemployment and inflation to preventing another financial crisis. It has a bit of everything in it – History, Government & Politics, Geography and Maths – keeping the subject relevant and interesting. In your first year: Theme 1: “Introduction to markets and market failure.” This unit provides an introduction to the nature of economics and examines how markets allocate resources, from the oil market to the housing market. It analyses the nature of market failure and investigates the extent to which a particular market requires government intervention. You will answer questions such as “Why do football players earn more than engineers?” and “How can the government stop people smoking?” Theme 2: “The UK economy – performance and policies.” This unit introduces the key measures of economic performance by looking at a range of economic problems that a country faces, such as inflation and unemployment. Students investigate the instruments governments can use to overcome these problems and evaluate their impact on the economy. You will be able to discuss whether immigration is beneficial or costly for the UK and talk with authorities about the effectiveness of government policies to reduce inequality.
Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. This is an intellectually rigorous course, a view shared by top universities. As a result at least a grade 7 or equivalent in Mathematics GCSE and a relevant humanities subject (e.g. History or Geography) is required. It is not a requirement to have studied economics or business studies at GCSE. It is recommended that those considering Economics as a possible degree course should study Mathematics at A Level as well. Those wishing to apply to the most competitive economics-related courses should consider taking Further Mathematics as well.
The A Level is assessed at the end of your second year. There are three papers: Paper 1 – Markets and business behaviour – Assessing Theme 1 and Theme 3 Paper 2 – The national and global economy – Assessing Theme 2 and Theme 4 Paper 3 – Microeconomics and macroeconomics – Assessing all themes
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £22,764 |
| Address | 3 Maresfield Gardens, London, NW3 5SS |
Economics will equip you with the tools to see the world in a new light. If you are interested in finding out how people respond to markets and government policies, then you will enjoy investigating some of the problems that economists face, from the problem of obesity to the economic consequences of climate change. You will also study some of the macroeconomic challenges that governments deal with, from unemployment and inflation to preventing another financial crisis. It has a bit of everything in it – History, Government & Politics, Geography and Maths – keeping the subject relevant and interesting. In your first year: Theme 1: “Introduction to markets and market failure.” This unit provides an introduction to the nature of economics and examines how markets allocate resources, from the oil market to the housing market. It analyses the nature of market failure and investigates the extent to which a particular market requires government intervention. You will answer questions such as “Why do football players earn more than engineers?” and “How can the government stop people smoking?” Theme 2: “The UK economy – performance and policies.” This unit introduces the key measures of economic performance by looking at a range of economic problems that a country faces, such as inflation and unemployment. Students investigate the instruments governments can use to overcome these problems and evaluate their impact on the economy. You will be able to discuss whether immigration is beneficial or costly for the UK and talk with authorities about the effectiveness of government policies to reduce inequality.
Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. This is an intellectually rigorous course, a view shared by top universities. As a result at least a grade 7 or equivalent in Mathematics GCSE and a relevant humanities subject (e.g. History or Geography) is required. It is not a requirement to have studied economics or business studies at GCSE. It is recommended that those considering Economics as a possible degree course should study Mathematics at A Level as well. Those wishing to apply to the most competitive economics-related courses should consider taking Further Mathematics as well.
The A Level is assessed at the end of your second year. There are three papers: Paper 1 – Markets and business behaviour – Assessing Theme 1 and Theme 3 Paper 2 – The national and global economy – Assessing Theme 2 and Theme 4 Paper 3 – Microeconomics and macroeconomics – Assessing all themes
