Economics - A Level

Economics - A Level

Course ID:
PC02195

Academy:
A Levels

Introduction:
Economics is classed as one of the social sciences. Social sciences examine human behaviour and include subjects such as sociology and psychology.

Economics can be described as the study of how society uses its scarce resources. It may be argued there is enough food, water, shelter, warmth and clothing to satisfy the world population, but even the richest people still want more.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year part-time course will last for 3 hours per week. It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
You will study:

• Markets (how they work and why they fail)
• Managing the economy
• Industrial economics
• Economic development
• The UK in the global economy

Assessment:
This course will be assessed by 100% external examination.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
This course can lead to a range of higher education courses and career opportunities in finance, journalism, marketing and various commercial business disciplines where a knowledge of economics is invaluable.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.