NCEA Level 2 Economics
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge:
The focus at Level 2 is Macro-economic Concepts. Students use economic models and concepts to analyse causes and effects of the major issues of: growth, unemployment, inflation and trade.
Typically students will complete two internal assessments (unemployment and government policies) worth 10 credits then choose two of the three external topics (inflation, trade and growth) worth 8 credits.
Other standards listed below depend on the students prior learning, current programme of study and future intentions.
Recommended Prior Learning
This course is independent from Level 1 Economics. Students may begin study at Level 2 provided they have gained Level 1 NCEA, including achievement standard literacy and numeracy requirements.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$300 (approx.) for Wellington field trip
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 32 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
External
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