Economics is a very relevant and up-to-date subject, in which we spend time analysing and debating many current national and international issues. Topics covered include: Year 1(AS) - Operation of markets and market failure: price determination; production, costs and revenues; competitive markets. The national economy in a global context: measurement of UK economic performance and economic policy. Year 2 (A Level) - Individuals, firms, markets and market failure: economic decision making, poverty and inequality, the labour market and government intervention. National and international economy: UK and international economic performance, financial markets and monetary, fiscal and supply side policies. Economic principles and issues: case study context, financial markets and behavioural economics
Name: Economics Qualification title: GCE A level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment The course is split into two qualifications. AS Economics is made up of two exams taking place at the end of Year 12 with each carrying 50% of the final grade. Students can opt to study A Level Economics which comprises of three exams taking place at the end of Year 13 with each carrying 33% of the final grade. Awarding - Created 20160317 14:39:33 Updated 20160317 14:39:33
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