From 2015 the structure of A-levels changed; previously the AS level would have counted to the overall A-level this is no longer the case. The AQA specification is followed for the A-level; this is a two year course with a final exam at the end. The focus of teaching and learning is directed entirely to this outcome and so the stand alone qualification AS will not be available. The course is split into two elements: a micro-economic part ‘individuals, firms, markets and market failure’ and a macro-economic part ‘the national and international economy'. Students will investigate a variety of sources, including books, newspapers and the internet to access data for analysis. Work will involve discussion of implications of research findings, followed by formulation of short written answers, essays and presentations. One of the key elements in the approach will be deep learning through extensive wider reading. This promotes opportunities to succeed at Oxbridge and Russell Group universities through both attainment of A*s and a record of demonstrable interest in the subject. The removal of an AS paper at the end of year 12 will allow the students to develop a deeper understanding of the subject without the need to prepare constantly for examinations.
Name: Economics Qualification title: GCE A level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment The A-level is assessed by three 2 hour papers which will involve detailed data responses and essays. In the third unit ‘Economic principles and issues’ there will also be some multiple choice questions. Awarding - Created 20160205 11:54:07 Updated 20160316 10:34:32
Key features of study Students will investigate a variety of sources, including books, newspapers and the internet to access data for analysis. Work will involve discussion of implications of research findings, followed by formulation of short written answers, essays and presentations. One of the key elements in the approach will be deep learning through extensive wider reading. This promotes opportunities to succeed at Oxbridge and Russell Group universities through both attainment of A*s and a record of demonstrable interest in the subject. The removal of an AS paper at the end of year 12 will allow the students to develop a deeper understanding of the subject without the need to prepare constantly for examinations. Skills The subject requires both verbal and numerate skills: students will be developing ideas in essay form, but also analysis and interpretation of numerical data in various forms is required. A strong grasp of mathematical concepts is needed to be fully successful in this subject: examples would include the role of a function on a variable, manipulation of numbers and algebra, interpretation of statistics in graphical and tabular form, an ability to apply marginal analysis across a range of contexts. Equipment required Key features of study Students will investigate a variety of sources, including books, newspapers and the internet to access data for analysis. Work will involve discussion of implications of research findings, followed by formulation of short written answers, essays and presentations. One of the key elements in the approach will be deep learning through extensive wider reading. This promotes opportunities to succeed at Oxbridge and Russell Group universities through both attainment of A*s and a record of demonstrable interest in the subject. The removal of an AS paper at the end of year 12 will allow the students to develop a deeper understanding of the subject without the need to prepare constantly for examinations. Skills The subject requires both verbal and numerate skills: students will be developing ideas in essay form, but also analysis and interpretation of numerical data in various forms is required. A strong grasp of mathematical concepts is needed to be fully successful in this subject: examples would include the role of a function on a variable, manipulation of numbers and algebra, interpretation of statistics in graphical and tabular form, an ability to apply marginal analysis across a range of contexts.
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