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Course code
MA017
Attendance
Full time
Duration
2 years
Intake
September only
You will study, explore and discuss current issues nationally and globally in relation to the behaviour of economic agents in the real world, especially the theoretical workings of the free market. You will be exploring imperfections and market failures, and the potential impacts and limitations of a variety of governmental policies and approaches.
Economics is ideal to combine with traditional subjects such as Mathematics and is a springboard to a wide range of analytical based careers.
The topics studied on this course are:
- Microeconomics - looks at individual markets to discover how prices are set and the impact of decision making by consumers, businesses and the Government
- Macroeconomics - covers how overall economies operate. Many of the topics are discussed daily in the news, for example unemployment, inflation, interest rates, imports/ exports, exchange rates and globalisation
Assessment
is 100% exam including synoptic assessment.
On completion of this course you may progress onto a degree. Please note that some universities stipulate A-level Mathematics as a subject requirement for a degree in Economics. Economics can lead to a number of careers such as:
- Accounting
- Banking and Finance
- Business Management
- Economist
- Journalism
- Politics
You
will need to be analytical as diagrams are often used to explain and analyse
theory. You will also have the opportunity to attend specialist sixth form
conferences at local universities for which there may be an additional
charge.
Positive Futures is a set of essential qualities, embedded throughout your study programme, that we seek to develop in all students:
- Commitment
- Collaboration
- Confidence
- Resilience
You will also engage in the Positive Futures Careers Programme, developing key employability skills through a diverse range of activities including work placements, volunteering, employer talks, industry study visits and employment and university fairs.
For A-level Economics: Grade 9-5 English Language
As a Bury College student you will have access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute to your personal growth and development and support your academic studies.
These may include:
- Art Club
- Chess Club
- Dance, Drama and Singing Workshops
- Duke of Edinburgh Award
- Gaming Hub
- Music Club
- Pride Club
- Student Ambassador Scheme
- A wide range of sport including Badminton, Cricket, Football, Fitness Training, Nerf, Netball, Volleyball and Table Tennis.
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