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A Level Economics

at The Blackpool Sixth Form College · sixth form college

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Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

What is it? Economics describes the factors that determine the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services. You will research and debate issues such as inequality, immigration and interpreting data and discuss alternative solutions. Why study this course at Blackpool Sixth? You will have the opportunity to visit New York to see how a different economy functions. There are also opportunities to join our Career Ready programme. We often invite guest speakers in to college. Students will have the opportunity to attend lectures held by bodies such as the Institute of Economic Affairs. Specific course entry requirements: GCSE maths and GCSE English language or literature at grade 4. If you have taken a GCSE/BTEC business course at school, then a 4 or BTEC equivalent is required.

What you need to get on

For our A Level programme, we require at least two GCSEs at (5) (B) grade and three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English language and maths. The pass grades need to be in academic GCSEs and relate to your chosen A level courses. Please see our website for specific course requirements.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Blackpool Sixth Form College

    THE BLACKPOOL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE BLACKPOOL OLD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY3 7LR

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