Course information
A Level Economics
Ernest Bevin Academy - Wandsworth
02086728582
Beechcroft Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7DF
Course summary

A level Economics is divided into two parts: Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. Microeconomics explores the concept of an ideal free market economy, based on perfect competition, and compares it with the complexity and inefficiency of real modern market phenomena. Macroeconomics looks at economics from a national point of view and explores themes such as inequality, unemployment and immigration, economic growth and trade/budget deficits. Economics A level also explores themes in behavioural economics. What you will study: Paper 1: Markets & Market Failure Paper 2: National & International Economy Paper 3: Economic Principles & Issues Skills you will gain: A Level Economics shows you have the ability to analyse and understand economic subjects, as well as having a sound financial knowledge and essay-writing skills. Career Paths: Investment Banking, Accountant, Lawyer Government Advisor, Teaching, Stock Broker Financial Advisor, Actuary. Please note: Economics supports other subjects such as Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Business Studies, Geography, History and Politics.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Grade 6 and Maths Grade 6 GCSE Economics Grade 6 (if taken)

How you'll be assessed

The course is assessed through three 2-hour examination papers in Year 13. Each paper is of equal weighting and contains a mixture of short answer and extended writing questions.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityWandsworth
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBeechcroft Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7DF