24926
ECOAL1
PATHWAY
Legal and Finance
Course Details
This course is equivalent to an A Level and is taken together with two other A Level subjects. This course is divided into two sections, microeconomics: the part of economics concerned with single factors and the effects of individual decisions,
and macroeconomics, which focuses on the national and international economy.
You will study the behaviour of individuals and firms, and will learn about how markets work and how they sometimes fail, requiring government intervention to put things right.
How is this course assessed?
This course will be assessed through external examination.
Which other courses does this combine well with?
Maths, History, Politics and Law.
What is the Qualification?
Qualification – A Level Economics
Level – A Level
What are the entry requirements?
5 GCSEs at 5 and above. Higher entry requirements are required for those wishing to study 4 A Levels.
What are the modules and units?
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Labour markets
Behavioural economics
Development economics
Financial markets and banking
What about careers?
You may choose to work in Banking, Accountancy, Insurance or Financial Services, amongst other sectors.