Economics A Level

Applications Open: - 30 January 2026

Applications Close: - 8 May 2026

Entry Requirements: - For entry onto our A Level and BTEC courses we require:

• a minimum of 6 separately identifiable GCSE subjects at an average grade 5.5 or above and at least a grade 5 in English and a grade 4 in Mathematics;

• a grade 6 or above in the chosen course of study or a related subject as specified in the sixth form prospectus.

• two grade 7s in Mathematics or Sciences, to study 2 or more Sciences or Mathematics and Science.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

The Economics course offers an exploration of how individuals, firms, and governments make choices to allocate scarce resources in an ever-changing world. Throughout the two-year program, you will learn about the two key branches of economics: Microeconomics, which examines market mechanisms, competitive structures, market failures, and government intervention; and Macroeconomics, where you will analyze national and global economic performance, fiscal and monetary policies, international trade, and financial systems.

The assessment is made up of three linear written papers at the end of Year 13, featuring a balanced mix of multiple-choice questions, data response exercises, and extended analytical essays designed to test your quantitative, critical thinking, and evaluative skills. Choosing Economics for A-Level equips you with a powerful set of transferable skills such as logical reasoning, data interpretation, and persuasive argument construction. Economics also provides a vital, real-world lens to understand global current affairs, making it an exceptionally prestigious foundation for degrees in finance, law, business, politics, and international relations.

The specification is split into two main sections, the first section introduces students to microeconomic issues and the second section covers mainly macroeconomic issues. However, students should appreciate that microeconomics and macroeconomics are not entirely distinct areas of study. For example, microeconomic principles often provide fundamental insights into understanding aspects of the macroeconomy. Similarly, economic issues and problems often contain both a microeconomic and macroeconomic dimension.

Students will be assessed through three examination papers. The first paper will examine mainly the topics that are outlined in Section 4.1 of the specification but economic principles included in Section 4.2 of the specification may also enrich a student’s response to some questions. Similarly, the second paper will examine mainly the topics that are outlined in Section 4.2 of the specification but may draw on economic principles from Section 4.1. The third paper will include topics from both sections of the specification and students, particularly when answering questions linked to the case study, will be expected to recognise when it is appropriate to use microeconomic and/or macroeconomic models.

GCSE Grade 6 in Mathematics and a Grade 6 in either English Literature or English Language