Economics AS/A2
A Level
In Brockley
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Brockley
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Duration
2 Years
Economics is concerned with the study of the production, distribution and consumption of wealth in human society. Students studying economics will look at the fundamental forces which affect our lives, such as poverty, employment, international trade and prices.
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Government funding available
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About this course
AS Level: Five GCSEs at grades A* - C (preferably to include English Language). Ideally grade B in Mathematics.
A2 Level: AS Level at grade E or above
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Course programme
Economics is concerned with the study of the production, distribution and consumption of wealth in human society. Students studying economics will look at the fundamental forces which affect our lives, such as poverty, employment, international trade and prices.
What will I be doing?
Year 1 - AS Level
Unit 1: Markets in Action
Unit 2: The National & International Economy
Year 2 - A2 Level
Unit 3: Economics of Work & Leisure OR Transport Economics
Unit 4: The Global Economy
How will I be assessed?
Year One AS Level: Units 1 & 2 will be assessed by examinations.
Year Two A2 Level: Units 3 & 4 will be assessed by examinations.
Where do I go from here?
Progression on to university degrees in Economics, Business Studies or related subjects.
Direct entry into employment within business in a variety of roles.
Course Duration
AS Level - 1 Year
AS & A2 Levels - 2 Years
Economics AS/A2