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Economics

at Heart of England School, Coventry · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Economics is a traditional and well established subject at A/AS Level. It involves the study of how wealth is created and distributed in the world today. We look at our society especially, but we also examine the plight of people in poorer countries. In addition, we look at how wealth is created and distributed. Could it be fairer? Do the rich have to get richer and the poor poorer? Do we have any responsibilities toward the environment? If so, what can economists contribute to the solutions? Students will also be expected to understand how our economic system can fail, leading to unemployment, pollution and a widening gap between the rich and the poor.

What you need to get on

Each student will need to achieve a minimum average points score of 4.8 from the best 8 results; with a Grade 4 or higher in Maths and English Language or Literature. This average points score is based on the QCA points system which is as follows: 9 = 9, 8 = 8, 7= 7, 6 = 6, 5= 5, 4= 4, 3 = 3, 2 = 2 and 1 = 1 A minimum Grade 5 in GCSE Maths is required. GCSE Economics is not required but students who do have an Economics GCSE must have attained at least a Grade 4.

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

  • Heart of England Sixth Form

    Gipsy Lane Solihull, Coventry, CV7 7FW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Coventry

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