Full Time AS Level Economics (2389)
A Level
In Croydon
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Croydon
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Duration
1 Year
Economics examines what goods and services are produced for consumers and who buys these goods and services after they are produced. Therefore, money plays a large part in the study of economics. Students will also study topics like unemployment, inflation, international trade, the distribution of income, supply and demand and the theory of the firm. The following Economics units include: AS.
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About this course
Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:
5 GCSEs at grades A - C including English Language at grade C;or
Students who achieved at least a merit in GNVQ or BTEC First Diploma qualifications alongside at least a grade C in English GCSE, will be considered for AS levels on a case by case basis.
Students who have achieved AS qualifications and wish to study their A2s...
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Course programme
MODE OF STUDY FT
FE LEVEL 3
DURATION AS 1 year or A Level 2 years
START DATE(S) September
DAY(S)/TIME(S) OFFERED Students can expect to be involved in learning activities across most days of the week between 9.00am and 5.00pm
TOTAL FEE
TOTAL OVERSEAS FEE
ADDITIONAL COSTS There may be some additional expenses for materials.
AWARDING/VALIDATION BODY Various
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:
5 GCSEs at grades A - C including English Language at grade C;or
Students who achieved at least a merit in GNVQ or BTEC First Diploma qualifications alongside at least a grade C in English GCSE, will be considered for AS levels on a case by case basis.
Students who have achieved AS qualifications and wish to study their A2s at Croydon Sixth Form College are welcome, provided that
a) they can produce a positive reference from their previous school or college; and
b) the specification they studied for AS Level is compatible with the specification at the College.(Advice on this should be sought from the College at the time of application although there is usually no difficulty).
Students qualify for A2 Economics provided they have achieved at least an E at AS Level.
All full-time students are required to take a computer based multiple choice 'initial assessment test' before enrolment in literacy and numeracy. A level 2 pass in literacy is normally required for all subjects. A level 2 numeracy pass is normally required for Science and Maths subjects. For further details call the College Information Centre on T: 0208760 5914.
PROGRAMME CONTENT/STRUCTURE
Economics examines what goods and services are produced for consumers and who buys these goods and services after they are produced. Therefore, money plays a large part in the study of economics. Students will also study topics like unemployment, inflation, international trade, the distribution of income, supply and demand and the theory of the firm.
The following Economics units include:
AS
Unit 1: Markets and market failure
The economic problem
The allocation of resources in competitive markets
Production and efficiency
Market failure
Government intervention in the market
Unit 2: The National Economy
The measurement of macroeconomic performance
How the macroeconomy works:
AD/AS analysis, the circular flow of income, and related concepts
Economic performance
Macroeconomic policy
A2
Unit 3: Business Economics and the Distribution of Income
The firm: objectives, costs and revenues
Competitive markets
Concentrated markets
The labour market
Government intervention in the market.
Unit 4: The National and International Economy
Macroeconomic indicators
Managing the national economy
The international economy
The College offers a wide range of AS level subjects to choose from - so students can pick, with support from college staff, the combination that best suits their needs. Most students will start by taking between 3 - 4 AS levels before deciding which subjects to continue with in order to gain the full A Level. The main things students should think about when deciding which subjects to take are their interests, what they are good at and what they might need for employment or progressing onto Higher Education in the future. Students on the AS/A Level programme are supported by a strong tutorial element including careers education and the development of their personal and study skills.
AS or A2 subjects ( usually just one) may be taken by suitably qualified BTEC students, subject to timetabling constraints.
PROGRESSION/CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
AS and A Levels are a traditional route into University for 16-18 year olds. They are also seen by employers as indicators of a potential employee's intelligence, maturity and self organisation skills.
Most A Level students progress into full-time employment or onto Higher Education.
Opportunities to study Higher Education (HE)qualifications at Croydon Higher Education College are available.
Full Time AS Level Economics (2389)