Economics IB Level 3 (HL)

Applications Open: - 7th November 2025

Applications Close: - 31st July 2026

Entry Requirements: - 5 Grades at 5 and above including English and Maths

How to Apply: - We don't accept application on KentChoices - Please apply via Admissions+ using the link below:-

https://wilmingtonacademy.applicaa.com/sixthform

Economics is an exciting, dynamic subject that allows students to develop an understanding of the complexities and interdependence of economic activities in a rapidly changing world. You will be able to appreciate both the values and limitations of economic models in explaining real-world economic behaviour and outcomes. By focusing on real-world issues through the nine key concepts (scarcity, choice, efficiency, equity, economic well-being, sustainability, change, interdependence and intervention), you will develop the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will encourage them to act responsibly as global citizens.

The IB Economics focuses on the following areas:

Unit 1 - Introduction to Economics

Unit 2 - Microeconomics

Unit 3 - Macroeconomics

Unit 4 - The Global economy

Assessment is 80% external examination across three papers and the other 20% will be a portfolio of evidence from a collection of commentaries based on different units of the syllabus and from published extracts from the news media, analysed using different key concepts discussed during the course.

Minimum of 5 9-5 grades in GCSE examinations including a 6 in both English and Maths