It is an exciting time to study Economics. Many of the most important issues facing society are economic in nature. Whether you are concerned with global warming or global trade, whether you are looking at the collapse of world financial markets or of your neighbour's small business, you can't get far without a knowledge of economics. The course aims to stimulate your interest in how economies work. This course is a traditional A Level. It is an exam based subject which includes a mix of short answer and essay based questions. Students are also required to read around the subject. 3.1 Operation of markets and market failure Students will be required to acquire knowledge and understanding of a selection of microeconomic models and to apply these to current problems and issues. 3.2 The national economy Students will be required to use their microeconomic knowledge from unit 3.1 and apply it to show knowledge of the macroeconomy. AS Qualification Unit 3.1: 90 minute exam worth 70 marks - 50% - Unit 3.2: 90 minute exam worth 70 marks - 50% -
Name: Economics Qualification title: GCE AS level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20160321 11:36:36 Updated 20160321 11:36:36
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