Economics A Level

Applications Open - 1st November 2025

Applications Close - 15th December 2025

Entry Requirements - Candidates are required to obtain a minimum of 35 points from their best six GCSE subjects or equivalent (in the view of the School).

• Points will be on a 1-9 point scale, where Grade 1=1 and 2=2 etc.

• Candidates must also obtain at least a Grade 5 in English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent (in the view of the School).

Candidates must meet the specific requirements for each A Level course they wish to study as published in the 2025 Sixth Form Prospectus, which will be available on the website.

How to Apply - Do not apply through Kent Choices. Please apply via Cranbrook School Website using the following link: https://www.cranbrookschool.co.uk/admissions/sixth-form-admissions/

The GCE in Economics is a thorough examination of core domestic and international economic theory.

In Year 12 we cover the founding principles that underpin the running of modern economies; starting with the very basic and progressing to the more advanced. By the end of the first year students will understand the basics of macroeconomic management and will be looking forward to the introduction of the international context.

Year 13 is where the world opens up and we begin to consider everything from the core points behind globalisation to the more complex theories behind structural adjustment programs and development economics in LEDCs. This really is a fantastic course which set students up for an active career in market and economic analysis.

Theme 1: Introduction to markets

• The nature pf econmics
• How markets work
• Market failure
• Government intervention

Theme 2: The UK economy

• Measures of economic performance
• Aggregate demand
• Aggregate supply
• National income
• Economic growth
• Macroeconomics objectives and policy

Theme 3: Business behaviour and the labour market

• Business growth and objectives
• Revenues, costs and profits
• Market structure
• The labour market

Theme 4: A global perspective

• International economics
• Poverty and inequality
• Emerging and developing economies
• The financial sector
• Role of the state in the macroeconomy

Minimum Grade 6 in GCSE Maths and English.

This course could lead onto higher education in areas of Economics, Business Studies, Accounting, Marketing or more general higher education courses. With further training, you could open doors to careers in economics, business, marketing, finance and accounting, human resources and public relations.

You could also go straight into a job as the GCE is a recognised qualification that could help you do a trainee management course within a company to gain the skills, understanding and experience that they require so you can progress to working at management level. Economics is the fastest growing A level in England currently as is becoming increasingly recognised and respected by Universities. It is a rigorous course of study and is ideally suited to individuals with a thirst to understand the theoretical economics construct of the world in which we live.