Economics
at Queensmead School, Ruislip · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course will appeal to students who have an interest in exploring current issues. Students will develop an understanding of the way Economics explains real world phenomena, both in their everyday life and in a global context. In lessons, students will develop a 'tool kit' of the knowledge and skills used by economists.
What you need to get on
4 GCSE grades 9-6 and 7 GCSE grades 9-4 (grade 6 in English and Maths. A GCSE in Business Studies is helpful, but not essential.
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
Queensmead School
Queens Walk, Ruislip, HA4 0LS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Ruislip
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