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GCE2YR Economics

at Whickham School, Newcastle Upon Tyne · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

WHY CHOOSE ECONOMICS? We are living in exciting economic times. After 16 years of growth, the UK economy has, like other Western economies, been plunged into a recession from which it has struggled to recover. There have been many social and political consequences with unemployment rising and unprecedented cuts to government spending. The study of economics helps us to understand the world in which we live, giving insight into the impact of developments in business, society and the global economy. The course will provide you with many transferable skills, including critical and logical thought, as well as a broad span of knowledge that is useful in many occupations, highly regarded by employers and higher education institutions and is particularly relevant in today?s current economic climate. Economics complements almost any A level subject choice. It will prove particularly helpful to those seeking employment or higher education in business management, accountancy and finance.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 in GCSE Maths

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

  • Whickham School

    Burnthouse Lane, Whickham, NE16 5AR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Whickham

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