Economics A Level
at PETROC, Barnstaple · other provider
What the college says
Studying economics will help you develop transferrable skills that will prepare you for studying at university or moving into the world of work.
What you need to get on
To be accepted onto this Level 3 programme, you must hold at least eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above. This must include a grade 5 or above in Maths and English Language.
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
North Devon Campus
Old Sticklpath Hill, Barnstaple, EX31 2BQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Barnstaple
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