The A Level Economics Online course with Learn Now follows the CIE (9708) specification and is equivalent to the qualification you would achieve if attending mainstream college. Once completed, you will obtain UCAS points which will support progression to university in degrees such as Economics, Finance, Management and Data Science.
This course would suit adult learners returning to education, students resitting exams or studying alongside other commitments, and learners looking to be accepted into University.
Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £395
Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £395
Syllabus
This International A Level Economics syllabus with Cambridge will teach learners how to explain and analyse economic issues and arguments, evaluate economic information, and organise, present and communicate ideas and judgements clearly.
The course covers a range of basic economic ideas, including an introduction to the price system and government intervention, international trade and exchange rates, the measurement of employment and inflation, and the causes and consequences of inflation.
Learners also study the price system, the theory of the firm, market failure, macroeconomic theory and policy, and economic growth and development.
The Full A Level has ten modules you will need to cover which is split into IAS and IA2.
Students in the past have progressed onto the following degrees in Economics, Maths or Finance.
Economics is a great starting point for those looking for a career in finance, business or politics. However, it is also useful for a range of careers including marketing, law, journalism or teaching.
There are no previous entry requirements for this course, however students are expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.
You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 24 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.
Our Enrolment fee for this course is noted at the top of this page where you can enrol directly onto the course. This fee includes access to your course including tutor support for 2 years.
Our enrolment fee includes:
The only other fee you will need to pay is for your exams which is due approximately six months prior and this will be paid directly to the exam centre.
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations at a CIE approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
A Level Exams
There are four exams for the full A Level qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:
Paper 1 – 1 hour
Paper 2 – 2 hours
Paper 3 – 1 hour 15 min
Paper 4 – 2 hours
AS Level Exams
There are two exams for the AS Level qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:
Paper 1 – 1 hour
Paper 2 – 2 hours
For Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics, learners can:
take Papers 1 and 2 only (for the Cambridge International AS Level qualification) or
follow a staged assessment route by taking Papers 1 and 2 (for the Cambridge International AS Level qualification) in one series, then Papers 3 and 4 (for the Cambridge International A Level qualification) in a later series or
take Papers 1, 2, 3 and 4 in the same examination series, leading to the full Cambridge International A Level.
On successful completion of all your exams for the A Level Economics Online Course, you will be awarded one of the following qualifications:
International A Level in Economics with CIE | International AS Level in Economics with CIE
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For A Level Economics, learners will need to explain and analyse referring to diagrams. Examples may need to refer to real-life examples and evaluations must provide a balanced judgement.
You will find it easier to tackle Economics if you like current affairs such as inflation, unemployment and interest rates. Also you must be able to explain ideas clearly and with logical thinking.
You will not be required to purchase any books with this course. We automatically include logins to our online e-Library which includes access to following eBook(s):
Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics – Colin Bamford (Cambridge Press)
Not see the book you are looking for? Ask us and we will let you know if we have it!
A Level Mathematics – If you are looking to progress onto Economics, Finance or Banking at University, Mathematics would be a great subject to compliment Economics. Maths skills can help with topics like micro/macro diagrams, national income and statistical analysis making the subject easier to understand.
Business Studies – For pathways into Business, Marketing or Consulting, Business provides a great basis for firms, markets, management and real-world business decisions.
Cambridge International A Level Economics can be taken outside the UK as well as within the UK. Cambridge provide global recognition for their A Level qualifications and are recognised by universities.
At the end of this course you will receive an Internationally recognised qualification which will allow you to apply a university situated anywhere in the world.
You will receive access and support for two years, however you can complete it much sooner if you want to. Exams for this subject fall in May/June and October/November each year and therefore you are able to choose which exam sitting you want to apply for. We have more information on exam timetables here.
