Economics
A Level - TPS (Pearson Specification B)
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The Priory School
Course Overview
Course Overview
You will be introduced to this Economics course through developing your knowledge of core microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts. There are four themes and each one investigates economic theory through real world businesses and the environments in which they operate.
Course Content
Course Content
The content of the course covers:
Markets, consumers and firms
The wider economic environment
The global economy
Making markets work
The topic areas include enterprise, government intervention, globalisation and market power. You will be required to apply your knowledge and understanding and demonstrate an awareness of current economic events and policies
The course is assessed through three exam papers of two hours duration. The third paper is based on a pre-released context such as a specific industry, market or economic issue.
You will develop transferable skills, such as quantitative and analytical analysis that will support your study in a wide range of subjects at further or higher education including any degree in economics or business. You can progress into a wide range of careers ranging from finance, banking, insurance, accountancy and management.
Course Entry Requirements
6 or above in GCSE Mathematics. Minimum APS of 4.5
Course Specification
Pearson – 9EB0 (Economics B)
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