GCSE Economics Course Content
OCR GCSE Economics
- Examination board: OCR
- Course code: J205
- Unit 1: Introduction to Economics (1 hour 30 mins exam)
- Unit 2: National and International Economics (1 hour 30 mins exam)
OCR has provided specimen and past exam papers (www.ocr.org.uk)
Who is GCSE Economics suitable for?
Learn how businesses have to react to external influences such as competition, the economy, legislation and ethical pressures.
What will I study?
Unit 1: Introduction to economics
Students will study fundamental economic concepts and explain how markets work in contemporary and historical contexts. They will study the roles of main economic agents, how they interact, and the importance of financial markets.
Unit 2: National and international economics
Students develop their understanding of how government aim to achieve economic objectives and the effects of economic policies on markets, as well as the importance and impact of international trade.