Economics Applicants 2017

No university (that I'm aware of) requires economics, so don't worry about that. Most uni's offer two different micro/macro courses in the first year - one for those who did A Level econ, and one for those who didn't. Uni's will only discriminate against a student who didn't do economics at A Level if is was an option to them, as this would suggest a lack of enthusiasm for the subject.

In terms of what jobs an economics degree can lead to, you're better off googling it as there are so many different sectors you can enter. However, if you're interested in accountancy, but not really interested in economic theory, I'd advise you not to do an economics degree, as you'll end up disliking the pure economic modules. Do A&F instead and pick the more mathematically heavy modules they offer, as you'll actually gain skills that will be directly relevant to your future employment.

Thanks for responding! Is there any material where I can read upon the economic modules to see how they are? I am reading the Undercover Economist at the moment to get an insight and Im thoroughly enjoying it but doubt that it has any strong correlation to what I'd learn at Uni.

Oxford generally go for around 6A*s but don't let that deter you. The other two id say your grades wouldn't hinder you at all

Thanks for responding! Is there any material where I can read upon the economic modules to see how they are? I am reading the Undercover Economist at the moment to get an insight and Im thoroughly enjoying it but doubt that it has any strong correlation to what I'd learn at Uni.

Sorry, I haven't read the Undercover Economist. In regards to reading up on economic modules, here's a list of warwick's. They usually have a reading list at the bottom (worth using those books to talk about in PS rather than common books like undercover econ.):
https://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/economics/current/ug/modules/

Considering that you're not studying A Level economics, it may be worth your while buying a cheap undergrad pure econ textbook to get a feel for what you'd be learning. Don't bother spending lots on it as you'll end up having to buy a new one if you do economics at uni; the one below is the one I have, only 1p used! It doesn't assume any previous knowledge of economics.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Economics-David-K-H-Begg/dp/0077072456/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1472139890&sr=8-10&keywords=begg+fischer+dornbusch+economics

@JRKinder
Hey I see your taking a gap year! Are you using the same personal statement as last year and how much are you adding for gap year plans ect.

Hey everyone, I went through the 2016 economics application process, so feel free to ask me any questions. I ultimately applied to LSE, Warwick, Birmingham, UCL, & Nottingham. I received offers from the latter 2 (withdrew application from Birmingham).

I already had A* in maths so offer was AA

AS Results: AAAA (Chemistry, Physics, Maths and economics)
unis: Warwick, UCL, Bath (don't know about the other 2)
Btw, should I drop an A2 Subject (either chem or physics) and do further maths as, and should I do an EPQ?
Thanks in Advance

GCSEs: 6A*, 4A, 1B and distinction in additional maths
As levels: Economics-A, Maths-A & Physics- B (95% average for Maths & 93% average for Econ)
Predicted A levels: Economics- A*, Maths- A* & Further Maths- A & A/A*EPQ
Course: Economics
Universities: Warwick, Oxford, Bath, Exeter & Bristol

Solid results, which college within Oxford are you going for?

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Thanks! At the moment I am thinking Exeter college.

Ah nice, have you been?

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Unfortunately not, I was originally going to apply to Cambridge and went to the open day there. However my As physics result was lower than I thought it would be, so I have decided that Oxford is a better choice. I have looked at information regarding colleges in Oxford, and just feel Exeter college will be a friendly environment .