GCE A2 Level Economics (Edexcel)
at Hatch End High School, Harrow · school or sixth form
What the college says
You will develop an understanding of economic concepts and theories through consideration of current economic issues, problems and institutions that affect everyday life. You will learn how to apply economic concepts and theories in a range of contexts and to appreciate their value and limitations in explaining real-world phenomena. You will also be taught how to analyse, explain and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the market economy, the role of government within it and how to participate effectively in society as a citizen, producer and consumer.
What you need to get on
6 GCSE 9-5 grades including Maths (5+) and English Language (5+)
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
Hatch End High School
Headstone Lane Hatch End, Harrow, HA3 6NR
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Harrow
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