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A Level Economics
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Have you got a good head for figures? Could you better the Chancellor of the Exchequer with a Budget? Having an analytical brain would certainly be an advantage and if you are considering a role in finance, or require an appropriate A Level to get into University, then this qualification could be most appropriate route to achieving your objectives and ambitions.
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About This Course
If you are interested in the exploring a career within business, management, investment or the financial sector; then our 2 year A Level in Economics can provide you with the perfect stepping stone to making your mark within this competitive niche.
This course may be designed for home study; however it covers everything you’d expect from its college equivalent. The same content material, the same assignments, the same examinations… this new A Level has been updated to meet the latest academic specifications and content. The only real difference between them is – with our distance learning course, you can learn all of this on your own time-frame.
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No deadlines. No pressure. You can even decide when YOU are ready to take your exams, meaning you’ll always feel and be prepared.
Our online courses are particularly ideal for those restricted by work obligations. In one compact course you can achieve the qualifications you desire, but on your own terms.
So if you are interested in learning more about market, market failures, the UK economy, economic growth, business behaviours, and marketing strategies… then why not contemplate enrolling onto this course?
Course Benefits
Split into 4 informative themes, each are designed to supply you with a thorough knowledge on economics and the various elements it can impact upon. This means, by the end of our course you can feel confident in your ability to apply economic theories onto real life situations, as well as use the skills you have acquired to build a credible career.
With this course, you will:
- Earn 56 UCAS points which can be used in your university applications to get your dream spot.
- Be able to study how, when and where you want, and most importantly at your own pace.
- Be challenged, tested and prepared for a future within economics.
A Level Economics UCAS Points
- A* Grade – 56 UCAS points
- A Grade – 48 UCAS points
- B Grade – 40 UCAS points
- C Grade – 32 UCAS points
- D Grade – 24 UCAS points
- E Grade – 16 UCAS points
Course Units
Qualification Title: A Level Economics
Qualification Number: 601/4105/0 (Entry Code 9EC0)
UCAS Points: Up to 56
Theme 1: Introduction to Markets and Market Failure
- The Economic Problem
- The Allocation of Resources in Competitive Markets
- Production and Efficiency
- Market Failure
- Government Intervention in the Market
Theme 2: The UK Economy – Performance and Policies
- Measuring Macroeconomic Performance
- Aggregate Demand
- Aggregate Supply
- National Income
- Economic Growth
- Macroeconomic Objectives and Policy
Theme 3: Business Behaviour and the Labour Market
- The Firm: Objectives, Costs, and Revenues
- Competitive Markets
- Marketing Strategies
- Concentrated Markets
- The Labour Market
- Government Intervention in the 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
Assessment
To earn this A Level qualification you will first complete the assessments included in your course materials. These will be marked by your dedicated tutor and will prepare you for your exam.
You are required to complete three standard written exams:
- Paper 1: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – May/June 2025
- Paper 2: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – May/June 2025
- Paper 3: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – May/June 2025
(all dates are subject to change)
There is a separate fee for the examinations, which are paid directly to the exam centre at time of booking. We’ll help you book your exams when you are ready (we advise to book well in advance to guarantee your place).
Please note: the dates shown above are the next available exam slots only (exams take place every year).
Required Knowledge
There is no requirement to have past qualifications or knowledge of the area to enrol on this course.
Awarding Body
Upon completion of this course and exams, you will receive an A Level in Economics issued by Edexcel.
Support
continuous support, guidance and advice of a personal tutor and our student support team. At a click of a button, they will always be hand to help, ensuring you never have to feel alone in your studies.
Alongside their support, throughout the 2 year duration of your studies, you will also be provided with a comprehensive study guide, course materials and a course pack containing self-assessment exercises and tutor marked study questions which can be used to track your progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a question that our team are often asked, there are many reasons but here are the main reasons to choose Association of Learning:
- No hidden charges, the price you see includes everything, from tutoring to certification.
- Our average tutor marking time is 3 working days (most providers are 10+).
- Our customers have rated us ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
- Our courses are up to date. Many providers create course content and fail to keep it up to date.
- We are open later than any other home learning provider.
- As many submissions as you need to complete, many providers cap how many times you can submit work.
- All courses are fully endorsed by external awarding organisations.
- 14 day money back guarantee or course switch.
If you need any more reasons to choose Association of Learning, contact our team!
You have 2 years to complete this course, but can complete at a faster pace without any additional costs.
This is a government-regulated qualification, with certification provided by an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.
Yes, you must pass exams to gain your A Level. There is a separate fee for the examinations, which are paid directly to the exam centre at time of booking.
The only difference is you study from home, at your own pace. The exams and qualification are exactly the same.
There are two payment options, pay in full for your course or monthly. Our monthly payment option allows you to spread the cost of your course over a 10 month period.
If you choose to pay using a payment plan, to apply you must be able to answer yes to the following:
- Your billing address is based in the UK
- You have a UK based bank account
- Bill payer must be 18 or above.
No, this is a distance learning course, which means your assessments will be submitted and marked using our online LMS (Learner Management System).
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