Economics A Level

A Level

In Worthing

Free

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Worthing

  • Duration

    2 Years

To succeed in Economics you will need to learn to absorb a lot of information quite quickly and write fluent and persuasive English. You need to develop the ability to use and interpret graphs and data. An awareness of current affairs will be highly beneficial. Please find more information on our website. www.worthing.ac.uk

Facilities

Location

Start date

Worthing (West Sussex)
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Sandition Way, BN FD

Start date

On request

About this course

You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C or above including Mathematics, as there is a need to interpret graphs and data, as well as carrying out some calculations.

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Subjects

  • Current affairs
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Course programme

Economics
What is this course about?

Economics is the study of how society produces, distributes and consumes resources and wealth. It tries to give an explanation to the reasons why we make and buy different things, and also how the government manages and runs the economy. The AS and A2 years study related topics, but with differing levels of complexity. Both years are divided into two halves;
  • Microeconomics, the study of individual markets and their workings
  • Macroeconomics, the study of the workings of the whole economy
What topics will I study?
At AS : The Economic Problem, the market mechanism, market failure, national economic performance and the role of government.

At A2 : Business economics, labour markets, distribution of wealth and income, plus further study of market failure and national economic performance to include the European Union.

How will my work be assessed?

At AS:
  • January exam on Microeconomics,
  • June exam on Macroeconomics.
Both AS exams will include multiple-choice and data response questions based on source material provided.

At A2:
  • January exam on Microeconomics,
  • June exam on Macroeconomics
Both A2 exams consist of data-response and essay questions. In addition to testing your understanding of the A2 modules they include synoptic assessment of AS topics.

There is no assessed coursework

Frequently asked questions

What knowledge do I need to succeed?
No previous knowledge of Economics is required, however an interest in current affairs and recent history is an advantage, as is the willingness to engage in discussion and debate

What skills will I need to develop to succeed?
To succeed in Economics you will need to learn to absorb a lot of information quite quickly and write fluent and persuasive English. You need to develop the ability to use and interpret graphs and data. An awareness of current affairs will be highly beneficial
What are the lessons like?
  • A range of teaching and learning styles is used during the course. Formal lessons are combined with discussion, case studies, task-based learning, interactive use of ILT and video, all pitched at a level appropriate to the age and experience of students.
  • The basic notes for the course are all printed as worksheets.
What have I got to do to do well?
  • Keep up-to-date with current affairs and undertake wider background reading show interest in the subject and try to challenge yourself
  • Complete all homework on time and to the best of your ability
  • Learn from what you have done, review your work and understand how each topic builds on preceding ones
What students say about this course
  • "Economics is very relevant to the world today; it gave me a greater understanding of news headlines on many issues, from interest rates to company takeovers".
  • "The variety of teaching methods used in this course constantly keeps your attention".
  • "You get the chance to discuss issues in the news and about the broader economy, as well as following the syllabus".
What do people do with A level Economics?
Economics is one of the most highly regarded academic subjects. It provides an excellent background for degree level study and careers inBusiness and Management, Finance and Accounting, and Law and Politics.

Economics A Level

Free