The Edexcel A Level offers the chance to explore real-world issues using a combination of written arguments, diagrams and data, helping you develop the key skills necessary to succeed in an ever evolving and dynamic working environment.

In class pupils have been immersed in topics such as Brexit, the demise of the high street and the impact of AI on growth and jobs. The aftermath of pandemic on global economies, including the obvious debate as to how we will pay for it as well as the behavioural impact on consumer habits, the rising cost of living and the impact of the Ukraine war on energy security have all been hot topics too. The subject considers key policy debates including the control of inflation; economic growth; inequality; the regulation of big business and environmental economics.

Pupils of Economics pursue their passion beyond the classroom. The Economics Society is pupil-led and is one of the most popular in the School. Topics discussed have ranged from the economics of FIFA to the use of game theory in police reform, to ‘Raponomics’ – a competition in which pupils rapped on an economic or political issue of the day.

In addition, external speakers addressing the pupils have included Charlie Bean from LSE and leading lights from global institutions. The department hosts film nights too.

The Economics Society Committee recently launched The Westminster Economist, a magazine with articles on current affairs and which has enjoyed great critical acclaim. Westminster’s Economics Instagram keeps pupils up to speed with events and news too.

In addition, pupils have achieved much success in external competitions, winning prizes from prestigious institutions including LSSE and Cambridge.

60% of A Level Economists go on to read Economics or an Economics-related subject at university. There is an enormous range of options available, such as: PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics), HSPS (Human, Social, and Political Sciences), Economics and History, Economics with a Modern Language, Economics and Management, Economics and Finance, Economics and Mathematics, and Business and Management. The department also runs a very successful Oxbridge preparation programme. An Economics degree is highly valued in the workplace, and Economics graduates pursue careers in a variety of areas including finance, business, and law.