Level 2 Economics
12ECON Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr P. Cowley
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
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.
Pathway Recommended Prior Learning
Open Entry
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91222 v2 Economics 2.1 - Analyse inflation using economic concepts and models | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w |
|
| A.S. 91225 v2 Economics 2.4 - Analyse unemployment using economic concepts and models | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
4r |
|
| A.S. 91227 v2 Economics 2.6 - Analyse how government policies and contemporary economic issues interact | 2 |
I |
6 |
Y |
6r |
|
| A.S. 91403 v2 Economics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of macro-economic influences on the New Zealand economy | 3 |
E |
6 |
Y |
6r,6w * |
|
Total Credits |
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Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 6
* Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
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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