Level 2 Economics
12ECON Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr A. Vythilingam
This is a very topical course, using current events to examine the following economic issues: economic growth; inflation and trade. Economic models are used to gain an understanding of these issues, and the impact of associated Government policies on various groups within society.
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A workbook is available for purchase (approximately $30.00) is recommended
Recommended Prior Learning
Reasonable success in Level 1 Economics or comparable subject required, or with HOD approval.
Credit Information
| 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. 91223 v2 Economics 2.2 - Analyse international trade using economic concepts and models | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w |
|
| A.S. 91224 v2 Economics 2.3 - Analyse economic growth using economic concepts and models | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w |
|
| 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: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 6 credits.