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GCE A Level in Economics

at Haslingden High School and Sixth Form, Rossendale · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Economics is the study of how society uses the world's resources. A Level economics introduces students to the basic concepts, theories and issues that compose the economic world. When studying Economics, students will apply economic theory to support analysis of current economic problems and issues. The specification encourages students to appreciate the interrelationships between microeconomics and macroeconomics. Students develop the knowledge and skills needed to understand and analyse data, think critically about issues and make informed decisions. They will also build upon their quantitative skills and appreciate that, when evaluating arguments, both qualitative and quantitative evidence are important.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 at GCSE Maths and 5 at GCSE English.

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

  • Haslingden High School and Sixth Form

    Broadway Haslingden, Rossendale, BB4 4EY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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