Economics
at St Peter'S Catholic School · school or sixth form
What the college says
Economics offers a way of thinking about the world that enables us to make the best of what we have. As it is a social science, Economics is closely related to other subjects such as Sociology, History, Business Studies, Geography and Politics. Studying Economics opens the door to many fields, as illustrated by the many courses that past Economics students have gone on to study at university including Business Economics, International Relations and Politics, Accounting and Finance, Marketing Management, Fashion Buying and Merchandising, Business Management, Law with Business Studies and International Hospitality Management.
What you need to get on
Minimum grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics and grade 6 in GCSE English Literature or English Language is required.
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 School
Horseshoe Lane East, Guildford, GU1 2TN
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Guildford
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