Level 2 Economics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge:
At Year 12 the focus is contemporary macro-economic issues. Students define and use statistical data to measure these issues. They use models to assist them in gaining an understanding of cause and effect. At this level, students will recognise the interdependent nature of the New Zealand economy by examining the impact government policies designed to address contemporary economic issues have on various groups in society. They will also understand that government policies may have unequal effects.
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Course Overview
Term 1
Economics 2.4 - Analyse unemployment using economic concepts and models (Internal)
Economics 2.1 - Analyse inflation using economic concepts and models (External)
Term 2
Economics 2.6 - Analyse how government policies and contemporary economic issues interact (Internal)
Economics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of macro-economic influences on the New Zealand economy (External)
Term 3
Economics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of macro-economic influences on the New Zealand economy (External)
Recommended Prior Learning
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.
External
NZQA Info
Economics 2.1 - Analyse inflation using economic concepts and models
NZQA Info
Economics 2.4 - Analyse unemployment using economic concepts and models
NZQA Info
Economics 2.6 - Analyse how government policies and contemporary economic issues interact
NZQA Info
Economics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of macro-economic influences on the New Zealand economy
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths