A Level Economics tutor online (9708)
Taught for Cambridge (CAIE), AQA, Pearson Edexcel and OCR.
At a glance
Our A Level Economics tutors teach Cambridge International 9708 alongside AQA 7136, Pearson Edexcel Economics A 9EC0 and OCR H460. Live 1:1 or small-group online classes cover microeconomics, macroeconomics and the global economy, with structured practice on diagrams, data-response questions, multiple choice and evaluative essays.
A Level Economics key facts
| Cambridge (CAIE) | Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics (9708), 4 papers/components (official syllabus) |
|---|---|
| AQA | AQA A-level Economics (7136), 3 papers/components (official syllabus) |
| Pearson Edexcel | Pearson Edexcel A Level Economics A (9EC0), 3 papers/components (official syllabus) |
| OCR | OCR A Level Economics (H460), 3 papers/components (official syllabus) |
| Cambridge May/June series | Exams run from late April to June; results are released in mid-August. |
| Cambridge October/November series | Exams run in October and November; results are released in mid-January. |
| Pearson Edexcel International A Level series | Exams are offered in January, May/June and October/November series. |
| UK A Levels (AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel) series | Exams run in May and June; results are released in mid-August. |
| Topics covered | 10 syllabus topics, with past-paper practice |
| Lesson format | Live online, 1:1 (60 min) or small group (75 min); first class free |
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A Level Economics suits students considering economics, business, finance, accounting, law, politics or international relations at university. It is usually a new subject for students who did not take IGCSE or O Level Economics, but the logic of supply and demand is quick to pick up. The real step up lies in applying theory to unfamiliar real-world data and weighing competing arguments, which is why universities value it as evidence of analytical writing.
Cambridge 9708 is staged: the AS Level has a one-hour multiple-choice paper and a two-hour data response and essays paper, while the A Level adds a second multiple-choice paper and a second two-hour paper with unstructured essays. AQA, Edexcel and OCR are linear, each setting three two-hour papers at the end of Year 13. Every board blends data-response questions, extended essays and some objective questions, though the balance differs between specifications.
Students commonly lose marks by drawing diagrams with unlabelled axes, by describing data instead of analysing it, or by writing one-sided essays without a supported judgement. Evaluation is the skill that separates top grades: weighing short-run against long-run effects, considering elasticity, or questioning the reliability of the data. Our tutors use a clear paragraph structure for analysis and evaluation, then mark practice essays against official level descriptors so students see precisely what moves a response up a band.
How is A Level Economics (9708) examined?
Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics (9708)
Official syllabus from Cambridge (CAIE)| Paper | Duration | Marks | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: AS Level Multiple Choice | 1 hour | 30 | 33% of AS Level / 17% of A Level |
| Paper 2: AS Level Data Response and EssaysOne data response (20 marks), one microeconomics essay and one macroeconomics essay (20 marks each). | 2 hours | 60 | 67% of AS Level / 33% of A Level |
| Paper 3: A Level Multiple Choice | 1 hour 15 minutes | 30 | 17% of A Level |
| Paper 4: A Level Data Response and EssaysOne data response (20 marks) and two unstructured essays (20 marks each). | 2 hours | 60 | 33% of A Level |
2026–2028 syllabus. Series: May/June and October/November.
AQA A-level Economics (7136)
Official syllabus from AQA| Paper | Duration | Marks | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Markets and market failureData response (40 marks) and essay (40 marks). | 2 hours | 80 | 33.3% of A Level |
| Paper 2: National and international economyData response (40 marks) and essay (40 marks). | 2 hours | 80 | 33.3% of A Level |
| Paper 3: Economic principles and issuesMultiple choice (30 marks) and case study (50 marks). | 2 hours | 80 | 33.3% of A Level |
Linear: all exams in May/June of one year.
Pearson Edexcel A Level Economics A (9EC0)
Official syllabus from Pearson Edexcel| Paper | Duration | Marks | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Markets and business behaviour | 2 hours | 100 | 35% of A Level |
| Paper 2: The national and global economy | 2 hours | 100 | 35% of A Level |
| Paper 3: Microeconomics and macroeconomics | 2 hours | 100 | 30% of A Level |
OCR A Level Economics (H460)
Official syllabus from OCR| Paper | Duration | Marks | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Microeconomics | 2 hours | 80 | 33.33% of A Level |
| Paper 2: Macroeconomics | 2 hours | 80 | 33.33% of A Level |
| Paper 3: Themes in economics | 2 hours | 80 | 33.33% of A Level |
Cambridge May/June series
Exams run from late April to June; results are released in mid-August.
Cambridge October/November series
Exams run in October and November; results are released in mid-January.
Pearson Edexcel International A Level series
Exams are offered in January, May/June and October/November series.
UK A Levels (AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel) series
Exams run in May and June; results are released in mid-August.
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Plan your revision with our exam dates guide, the official A Level grade thresholds and where to find official past papers.
What topics are in A Level Economics?
- 1
Basic economic ideas and resource allocation
Defining opportunity cost as 'the cost of a choice' instead of the next best alternative forgone.
- 2
The price system and the microeconomy
Shifting a curve when the question describes a movement along it.
- 3
Government microeconomic intervention
Drawing a subsidy diagram without showing the cost to the government.
- 4
The macroeconomy
Treating a fall in inflation as a fall in the price level.
- 5
Government macroeconomic intervention
Recommending a policy without considering time lags or conflicting objectives.
- 6
International economic issues
Confusing the current account of the balance of payments with the government budget.
- 7
The price system and the microeconomy (A Level): utility, costs and market structures
Placing the profit-maximising point anywhere other than MC = MR on a market-structure diagram.
- 8
Government microeconomic intervention (A Level): efficiency, equity and labour markets
Describing a minimum wage effect without referring to the elasticity of labour demand.
- 9
The macroeconomy (A Level): growth, employment, money and banking
Mixing up the multiplier and the accelerator when explaining changes in national income.
- 10
International economic issues (A Level): exchange rates, development and globalisation
Applying the Marshall–Lerner condition without stating it or explaining the J-curve timing.
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How do our online Economics classes work?
Diagnostic
A short check of what your child already knows against the syllabus.
Topic teaching
Clear explanations on a shared whiteboard, one topic at a time.
Past-paper practice
Exam questions from your board, timed and marked to the mark scheme.
Feedback
What went well, what to fix and what to practise before next class.
Who teaches A Level Economics?
15+ years- Economics
5 years- Economics
How do you get top marks in A Level Economics?
Label every diagram fully: axes, curves, equilibrium points and the direction of any shift.
In data-response questions, quote figures from the extract and calculate changes where the question invites it.
Build each essay paragraph as point, explanation, application to the context, then evaluation.
Finish essays with a justified judgement that answers the exact question rather than repeating earlier points.
Practise multiple-choice items with a quick sketch; many questions are solved faster on a rough diagram.
How much does A Level Economics tutoring cost?
Prices shown in US dollars
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One-to-one
Fully personalised to your child
USD 35 / class
- 60-minute live classes at times you choose
- A plan built from a diagnostic of your child's gaps
- Past-paper practice marked against the mark scheme
- Progress notes for parents
Small group
Up to 6 students, 8 live classes a month
USD 10 / class
- 75-minute live classes, 8 per month
- Taught to your exam board and syllabus code
- Weekly past-paper questions with feedback
- Class recordings and notes
Intensive exam prep
12 one-to-one classes a month before exams
USD 32 / class
- Three 60-minute classes a week
- Timed past papers and full mock exams
- Topic-by-topic weak-spot drills
- Pack discount of 10% applied
Prices are per class unless shown per month: one-to-one classes are 60 minutes and group classes 75 minutes. Your trial class is free and doesn't turn into a paid plan by itself. Pricing FAQ
A Level Economics FAQs
How can I get an A* in A Level Economics?
An A* in A Level Economics comes from precise diagrams, applied analysis and consistent evaluation that reaches a supported judgement. Learn the core diagrams until you can draw them accurately from memory. Then practise essays under timed conditions and compare them with level descriptors in the mark schemes. Reading economic news regularly also gives you current examples to apply.
Is A Level Economics hard?
A Level Economics is moderately demanding, with most difficulty coming from essay evaluation and applying theory to unfamiliar data rather than from the maths. The concepts are logical and build steadily, so students who keep up rarely feel lost. Writing balanced, well-structured essays under time pressure takes practice, which is why regular marked essays make a large difference.
Do I need Maths for A Level Economics?
You do not need A Level Maths to take A Level Economics, but you should be confident with percentages, index numbers, averages and reading graphs. Economics exams include calculations such as elasticity, percentage change and multipliers. However, many university economics degrees require A Level Maths, so take it alongside Economics if you plan to study economics further.
How many papers are there in Cambridge A Level Economics 9708?
Cambridge A Level Economics 9708 has four papers: two at AS Level and two more for the full A Level. Paper 1 and Paper 3 are multiple-choice papers, and Paper 2 and Paper 4 combine a data-response question with essays. AS candidates sit Papers 1 and 2 only. The A Level papers assume knowledge of the AS content.
Which A Level subjects go well with Economics?
Mathematics, Business, Accounting, History and Politics are common partners for A Level Economics. Maths is the most useful for economics degrees, while Business and Accounting suit commercial careers. Essay subjects such as History or Politics build the writing skills that economics essays reward. Compare university entry requirements before deciding your final combination.
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