Economics
at St Peter'S Catholic Comprehensive School, Bournemouth · school or sixth form
What the college says
Economics is about looking at the limited resources in the world and matching these with unlimited demands, giving you a greater interest, understanding and awareness of the world in which you live and the role that you play in it, both now and in the future. It's real, It's relevant and looks at topical issues.
What you need to get on
A combined score of 10 across GCSE English Language and English Literature plus GCSE Mathematics Grade 6. A genuine interest in current affairs is also essential. Economics will fit with any other subjects but, depending on where your future lies, it combines well with Mathematics, Government & Politics and Geography.
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
St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School
St. Catherines Road, Bournemouth, BH6 4AH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Bournemouth
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