Economics is not simply the study of numbers but also the world around us from social to financial perspectives. Economics looks at the theories and interrelationships between microeconomic and macroeconomic issues. At Russell Group universities it is regarded as a highly academic field of study which provides underpinning knowledge and skills to a wide range of further studies and professions.
The AQA A-level Economics specification covers different Economic topics as a social science, economic theories, understanding production and productivity, economies and dis-economies of scale, market structure, differing firm objectives between firms, aggregate supply and aggregate demand, fluctuations in economic activity and economic growth, employment, unemployment, inflation, price mechanisms, monetary and fiscal policy, how and why governments intervene in the economy, the theory of money, banking, financial markets and the role of the World Trade Organisation.
3x Written Examinations worth 33.3% each. Each 2-hours, 80 marks.
AQA
Minimum grade 5 in GCSE Economics, Business Studies or English and Maths if not studied at GCSE.
This A level would lead directly into subject related university courses and careers, and indirectly into a wide range of higher education courses and career choices.
- BSc (Hons) Economics
- BSc (Hons) Maths
- Careers in finance e.g. Economics Analyst
- Careers in the business sector e.g. Accountant
