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Economics

at King Edward Vi Camp Hill School For Girls, Birmingham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course introduces students to economics through building core knowledge of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, and by investigating economic theory through real-world businesses and the environments in which they operate. We study issues including: ??How the state of the economy affects people and businesses ??How government decisions affect people and businesses ??Why some markets work better than others, and the role of government intervention ??How international businesses operate ??How increasing globalisation and trade contribute to economic development ??How globalisation affects companies, national economies and people ??Risk and the financial sector No previous subject knowledge is required, just an open mind, an interest in current affairs and an eagerness to learn more about the world around you. A good level of written English and sound mathematical ability are needed. The Course We use a variety of teaching methods to encourage independent and flexible learning. You will: participate in class discussions; make presentations to the group; analyse data; undertake mini-projects and investigations; evaluate case studies, practice essays and data response questions and use IT independently both in and out of lessons. Additional Opportunities Visits and competitions are organised to support the course and to widen your economic knowledge. Competitions include: management consultancy tasks in the ACCA challenge, the ICAEW Inter-schools Business Challenge and the

What you need to get on

Our minimum entry requirements for September 2026 are six GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including English Language and Mathematics. Applicants must achieve Grade 7 or above in each of the subjects (or related subjects) that they wish to study at A Level. See our website (https://www.kechg.org.uk/sixth-form/admissions-and-open-days) for full details of our admissions policy.

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

  • King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls

    Vicarage Road Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7QJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Birmingham

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