Economics
at Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School, Rickmansworth · school or sixth form
What the college says
This is an excellent subject for students who are interested in the world around us. It combines well with most subjects, although we would not generally advise students to take both Economics and Business Studies. GCSE Maths is needed, not because of any formal mathematical content, but as an indication of analytical ability.
What you need to get on
Grade 6 in both English and Mathematics at GCSE.
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 Joan of Arc Catholic School
High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1AG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Rickmansworth
Who else teaches this exact qualification
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