Level 2 Economics - Extension
12ECOE Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss K. Easton.
Entry CriteriaEntry into Level 2 Economics Extension requires successful completion of the Year 11 Commerce Extension course.
Students must also meet the requirements to study a Level 2 NCEA Award.
Level 2 Economics Extension
In the extension pathway, students delve deeper into the world of Economics that impact New Zealand.
Students will explore key topics that significantly influence the country's Economic landscape. From understanding the dynamics of inflation and its effect on prices, wages, and purchasing power, to analysing the factors driving economic growth and development, to investigating the reliance New Zealand has on the overseas sector and trade to thrive as a nation. This course equips students with the essential knowledge to grasp the complexities of our economy we are living in and participating in.
They will examine the crucial role of government policies in shaping economic outcomes and fostering stability. By diving into macroeconomics, students will gain a broad understanding of how Economic factors interconnect on a broader scale.
This enriching journey will further expand learners' knowledge and skills in Economics, as it explores real-world economic issues and their implications for our society.
Course Overview
Term 1
2.2 Trade (External)
2.1 Inflation (External)
Term 2
2.3 Growth (External)
2.6 Government Policies (Internal)
3.5 Macroeconomics (External)
Term 3
2.6 Government Policies (Internal)
3.5 Macroeconomics (External)
Term 4
Revision for Exams
Pathway
Level 3 Economics, Level 3 Economics - Extension
Equipment/Stationery and Course CostsThis course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.