Economics
Additional Entry Qualifications
C or above in GCSE Maths is essential and GCSE English
Language is preferable.
About the Course
Why are taxes necessary? Can price rises be controlled? Is it
possible to have more hospitals, schools, social services AND
better defence at the same time? You will consider important
questions and issues such as these when studying Economics.
You will also develop an understanding of basic economic
theories and the ability to apply them to current economic
problems. Topics include: Unemployment, Taxation, Prices,
Wages and International Trade.
Popular Subject Combinations
Politics, Languages, Maths, Computer Studies, History and
Philosophy.
Possible Progression
Careers in economic advice for government and international
banks; Financial Services, Accounting and Management.
Aim Higher
If you want to do an Economics related degree, the 10 week pre-university course with Manchester University is an excellent oopportunity to experience Economics at HE level. You'll have lessons and will help you to understand Economics to a A Levels and a Degree helps you when applying to university and you'll also get to see what the scoial side and atmosphere of university is like.
