Economics
at Sir John Leman High School, Beccles · school or sixth form
What the college says
A Level economics uses logical thinking and detailed analyses to understand the way both the domestic and global economy functions. It is a way of thinking that is recognised and highly regarded by both universities and employers. Studying this course will provide a foundation for studying economics at university. It is also a useful supporting subject for people wishing to study a wide range of degrees such as maths, business, politics, history and geography. Students who have studied economics have gone on to many different careers including accountancy, banking, management, politics and marketing.
What you need to get on
Ideally Grade 6 GCSE Mathematics
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
Sir John Leman High School
Ringsfield Road, Beccles, NR34 9PG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Beccles
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