Business Studies, Economics & Sociology at Nonsuch

The three subjects are taught within the one department by three members of staff. Economics and Sociology are offered to AS and A2 levels at KS5 following the AQA syllabi. Business studies is taught as a Short Course at KS4 using the OCR syllabus. Economics is also available as an Advanced Extension option to some students.

More detailed information about the courses offered in the department can be found in the KS4 options booklet, the opportunities in the sixth form booklet and in the department's own booklet issued to sixth formers. All are available in school.

Statutory provision for work-related learning and Enterprise Education (WRL/EE) is organised within the department, working closely with the Heads of years 10 and 11, as well as the Head of Careers and the teacher responsible for citizenship. Students at KS4 have experience of WRL/EE in various ways. These range from activities built into the PHSE programmes and whole day year group industry days, to a full careers programme and careers convention.

In addition around half of the year group follow the Business Studies Short Course and all departments are routinely required to identify and highlight WRL/EE elements in their Schemes of Work and consequent lessons. We also recognise and contribute to the newly-designated 'Enterprise Week' which occurs in the Autumn term.