A Level Economics
Course code: 9EC0
Delivery method: Online
Course duration: 24 Months
Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed
Award achieved: EDEXCEL A-Level Economics
Awarding body: EDEXCEL
The first time the full A Level exams can be taken is June 2017, the AS exams can be taken from June 2016.
Economics is valuable subject to study, it gives you an understanding of how the financial world works.
Understanding the economic environment is useful in almost any role or career and will be a lasting skill, setting you apart from the competition.
This is a engaging and fascinating course that covers both micro and macro economics.
During this A-Level Economics course you will explore the nature of economic
performance, market failure, aggregate supply, business growth and government
intervention.
Upon successful completion of the exam and practical assessments (as administered
by EDEXCEL) you will have achieved an internationally recognised EDEXCEL A-Level Economics.
- Developing an enthusiasm for economics
- Use the concepts learned in a variety of contexts
- Develop a critical and enquiring approach to the study of economics
- Understanding economic behaviour from a range of perspectives
- Develop both analytical and numerical skills, as well as qualities and attitudes which will
- equip you for the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of adult working life.
This course is divided into 3 units:
Unit 1: Markets and business behaviour
Written examination: 2 hours. 35% of A Level. 100 Marks
(The paper comprises three sections. Students answer all questions from Section A and
Section B, and one from Section C. Section A comprises a range of multiple-choice and
short-answer questions. Section B comprises one data response question broken down
into a number of parts. Section C comprises a choice of extended open-response
questions; students select one from a choice of two)
Unit 2: The national and global economy
Written examination: 2 hours. 35% of A Level. 100 Marks
(The paper comprises three sections. Students answer all questions from Section A and
Section B, and one from Section C. Section A comprises a range of multiple-choice and
short-answer questions. Section B comprises one data response question broken down
into a number of parts. Section C comprises a choice of extended open-response
questions; students select one from a choice of two)
Unit 3: Any content, relevant practical skills.
Written examination: 2 hours. 30% of A Level. 100 Marks
(The paper comprises two sections. Each section comprises one data response
question broken down into a number of parts, including a choice of extended open-
response questions; students select one from a choice of two.)
Theme 1: Introduction to markets and market failure
Module 1: Nature of economics
Module 2: How markets work
Module 3: Market failure
Module 4: Government intervention
Theme 2: The UK economy performance and policies
Module 1: Measures of economic performance
Module 2: Aggregate demand
Module 3: Aggregate supply
Module 4: National income
Module 5: Economic growth
Module 6: Macroeconomic objectives and policy
Theme 3: Business behaviour and the labour market
Module 1: Business growth
Module 2: Business objectives
Module 3: Revenues, costs and profits
Module 4: Market structures
Module 5: Labour market
Module 6: Government intervention
Theme 4: A Global perspective
Module 1: International economics
Module 2: Poverty and inequality
Module 3: Emerging and developing economies
Module 4: The financial sector
Module 5: Role of the state in the macro economy
The Pearson Edexcel A-Level Economics qualification is gained once all 3 exam papers
are successfully completed. These exams are administered by the Pearson Edexcel and
assessment centre details will be included with your course, as well as practice papers so that you are more than prepared for your assessments. You will need to contact your
local examination centre to work through your coursework requirements.
In addition, there will be a number of tutor marked assessments (TMAs) to ensure that
you have a thorough understanding of the course materials, with the tutor sending
comments to guide you through any areas of potential difficulty, as well as a range of
self-assessments that are indicators that you understand the materials as you work
through them. These are for your own information, and do not need to be shown to your
course tutor.
Online and Paper Based
The course is primarily an online course using a Learning Management System (LMS).
The online course has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums and interactive tests.
The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
Tutor support:
Our Self-Learning Courses let you choose when you want to learn and how fast you want to go. Our Course is designed for the self-study method, and most students are fine without help.
However, we understand every student is not the same, you can choose to add one year of tutor support for only £55 per year .You will receive tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months.
One-on-one Support:
One-on-one Tutors are available online across all subjects. All Tutors are fully qualified. When working one-on-one with a tutor, the child is the session’s focus. Individual students receive better and more personalised feedback. One-on-one tutoring can help you learn more than just the answer to a problem. Tutoring is flexible based on needs.
A personal tutor will take the time to understand the child’s strengths and weaknesses and work with them and their parents to establish common goals. The tutor will provide undivided attention to the student’s specific needs, adapting as necessary to achieve a common goal throughout the session.
One-on-one tutoring fees start from £30 per hour. Please get in touch with us if you need one-on-one tutor support.
How do I get my course?
Online
If the course you have bought is delivered online you will receive your login details by 2pm the next working day.
What do I do next?
All the information you need to complete your course will be included in your study guide. Once you have your course you will be good to go!
Everyone at Oxford College Of Education wishes you the best of luck on your studying journey! We know it’s both rewarding and challenging and ultimately what a difference that qualification will make to your career path and life.
Good luck!
Campus: We have a physical campus in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.