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Economics

at Redborne Upper School and Community College, Bedford · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Economics is a popular A level subject and involves the study of how individuals, firms and governments make economic decisions and how markets and economic systems operate. Students of economics make frequent use of diagrams, data and models to help them examine these areas and topical issues.

What you need to get on

Students must achieve a minimum total of five grades 9 to 4 at GCSE level or equivalents to begin an A level programme. Subject specific criteria can be found here: https://prospectus.redborne.com/sixth-form/courses/

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

  • Redborne Upper School

    FLITWICK ROAD AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, MK45 2NU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BEDFORD

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