This page contains all my blogposts. I cover various topics such as university admissions, economics exams at A-level and university level, as well as other economics issues.
Economics (miscellaneous)
Big tech
How the UK tackles market power, mergers and big tech
How did Amazon grow so large? 4 key economic factors
Will robots take our jobs? What economists say about AI
Labour markets
What economic theory says about immigration
Why Goldin won the Economics Nobel Prize – 5 key takeaways
Will robots take our jobs? What economists say about AI
Maths in economics
5 ways economics uses statistics – correlation and causation
6 key marginal equations in economics and how they apply to the real world
Behavioural economics
10 behavioural biases that affect our decisions (and how to avoid them)
Government intervention / other
Why governments save some firms but not others
How free markets can provide public goods
3 economic fallacies explained
How to apply to university for economics
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12 tips for how to score highly in undergraduate economics
A-level Economics resources
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Full blogpost list (by date)
- 12 Practice Papers for A Level Economics 2024Here my new, 2024 practice papers. These are made in the style of each AQA and Edexcel A
- The economics of why people give giftsAny kind of holiday season influences the types of goods bought and sold, as well as the level
- What economic theory says about immigrationThe UK continues to post high immigration figures. For 2022, net migration into the UK stood at 745,000 people.
- Edexcel Economics A Paper 1 2024 – Key Topics and TipsPaper 1 is not far away. Here are some key last minute tips and some current affairs topics
- 22 Real World Examples for Microeconomics 2024Here are some real world examples to revise ahead of microeconomics paper 1 exams. Great for scoring those
- Can the free market provide public goods?The textbook definition of a public good is: “A good or service that is non-rival and non-excludable“. Non-rival means
- How the UK tackles market power, mergers and big techThe Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is the UK’s main competition regulator. It is playing a larger role
- Why governments save some firms but not othersThe UK Government has spent hundreds of millions of pounds subsidising steel companies in the UK. This includes
- 3 Economic Fallacies ExplainedEconomics is a very useful tool for discussing the real world. This includes breaking down fallacies about economics
- How Did Amazon Grow So Big? 4 Key Economic FactorsWhat has driven the growth of Amazon? In his annual letters to Amazon shareholders, Jeff Bezos outlines the principles
- Will AI take our jobs? What economists say about AIThe UK recently held an international summit about artificial intelligence (AI). Leaders and large firms have been taking AI extremely
- 5 Ways Economics uses Statistics – Correlation and Causation1) Interpreting correlations Suppose you observe a negative correlation between A) the amount of government debt in a country and
- 6 Key Economics Marginal Equations and how they apply to the real worldThe “margin” refers to the consequences of a small change (often a one unit change) in a key
- How to find an A-level Economics tutorI get a lot of questions from students and parents about finding economics tutors for A-level Economics. Particularly
- Economics A Level Online Courses | For Edexcel A and AQAAre you struggling to improve your grade in A-level Economics? Do you need help with mastering the course
- 15 Diagrams for A-level Economics | MacroeconomicsHere are some key diagrams for A-level macroeconomics exams and revision. Can be used for AQA, Edexcel A
- Why Goldin won the Economics Nobel Prize | 5 Key TakeawaysToday, the winner of the Economics “Nobel Prize” equivalent was announced. Claudia Goldin won for her work on women in
- Development Policies – Consequences of AidExamples of aid Effects of aid on recipient country Other evaluation points The effectiveness of aid depends on:
- Supply and Price Elasticity of Supply | 6 key determinantsIf you want more exam technique advice about AQA and Edexcel Economics A A Level, check out the
- Inflation and Deflation – What are the Causes and Consequences?Inflation is a persistent increase in the price level. Deflation is a persistent fall in the price level.
- Government Spending Key Points – Economics A-level notesIf you are looking for more A-level Economics essay and exam tips, check out the link below: Government
- 12 Tips | How to score highly in University Economics DegreesAs a former economics tutor, I have helped many economics university students improve their grades. Many have achieved
- 10 Top A-level and IB Economics Resources for 2024As a former economics tutor, I have created a list of the top Economics A-level online resources (in
- 10 biases that affect our decisions (and how to avoid them)Rational decision makers are essentially human calculators. When faced with a choice of ice creams to eat, they
- Taxes | 4 diagrams, micro theory, analysis and evaluation.Definitions A tax is a payment to the government. This can raise revenues to cover government spending. But
- Perfect Competition – Diagram, Examples and EvaluationPerfect competition is a market structure, with these properties: As a result of no barriers to entry or
- 24 Model Answers to 25 mark questions in style of AQA / Edexcel EconomicsA* answers do not have to be complicated. Yet every year students ask me: “How do you get
- 44 Diagrams for A-level Economics: MicroeconomicsThis article below contains some key diagrams for A-level microeconomics exams. Suitable for AQA, Edexcel A and other
- 20 A* Evaluation Points for A-level EconomicsMost students cannot evaluate well. Evaluating well can be the difference between an A and an A* or
- 5 Tradeoffs between macroeconomic objectivesFor how to structure economics A-level essays for AQA and Edexcel A, check out the link below: The
- 9 Barriers to Development and Growth | Economics notesBarriers to development or growth are issues that reduce the rate of development or economic growth for a
- Monetary Union – Diagrams, analysis and evaluationA monetary union is a group of nations sharing the same currency. The Eurozone is one example of
- Behavioural Economic Policies – Analysis and EvaluationExamples of behavioural economic policies include: Contents Definitions Choice architecture / framing – changing how a choice is
- Privatisation and Nationalisation – Examples and EvaluationPrivatisation is the sale of a government owned firm to private ownership. While nationalisation is the opposite. The
- Subsidies – definitions, examples, analysis, evaluationA subsidy is a government payment to a firm to encourage production of a particular good. For example
- Competition Policy – Definition, Examples and EvaluationCompetition policy features measures to prevent the abuse of market power. Types of competition policy include: Who enforces
- Labour supply and labour demand – labour market basicsWe can think of wages and employment in terms of a “labour market”. Just like there is supply
- How to Analyse | A-level Economics | With ExamplesAnalysis is the most important skill in A level Economics. Master this and your essays will have a
- Key Points for Monetary Policy | A-level Economics NotesDefinition Monetary policy includes changes to interest rates, money supply and exchange rates. Main functions of a central
- Financial market regulation – A-level Economics AQA notesKey links Contents Regulation of the financial system in the UK The Bank of England: The Financial Conduct
- Model Answer to 8 Mark Question in Style of Edexcel EconomicsHere is a sample 8 mark question and model answer. This is in the style of Edexcel Economics
- How to answer a 12 mark question in Edexcel Economics styleBelow I share a model answer for a 12 mark question. This question is in the style of
- How to achieve a 7 in IB Economics HL – 10 Key TipsAnyone can get a 7 in IB Economics HL. But that does not mean it is easy at
- Minimum wage notes | Does classical economics get it wrong?Standard supply and demand theory claims the minimum wage increases unemployment. But we have seen rising minimum wages
- Example 15 Mark Answer in Style of Edexcel Economics AThe 15 mark question for Edexcel Economics A is where I see students drop most marks. Usually there
- How to write a 10 mark answer for paper 3 IB EconomicsThere is very little time to write the 10 mark response for paper 3 IB Economics. But how
- 10 Mark Paper 1 Sample Answer for IB Economics HLAnyone can score top marks in a 10 mark question. But what stops people from doing well? What
- Example 15 mark essay in style of IB Economics Paper 1How should you structure a 15 mark question? Because of multiple requests from students, I have created a
- Example 15 mark answer in style of AQA EconomicsThere are several misconceptions about 15 mark questions. As students have requested this, here is an example 15
- What you need to know about oligopoly – 2 key graphsAn oligopoly is when a few large firms dominate the market. Another definition suggests the largest five firms
- What is monopolistic competition? A complete guideA monopolistic competitive market structure is usually a more realistic market structure than perfect competition. What are its
- How do tariffs affect the economy? Diagram and evaluation pointsA tariff is a tax on imports. Examples of tariffs include: What are the effects of a tariff?
- Exchange Rate Notes: 3 Key Effects of a DepreciationAn exchange rate is the price of one currency in terms of another currency. An example exchange rate
- Example 9 mark question in style of AQA EconomicsBelow is a model answer for a 9 mark questions in AQA Economics A-level. I have also created
- 20 Tips for Cambridge Economics Interviews: How to PrepareAre you applying for Cambridge Economics? Not sure how to prepare for the Cambridge Economics interview? Over seven
- 10 Tips for how to revise for exams for A/A* studentsHere are ten revision tips you can apply when studying GCSEs, A-levels, IB or undergraduate exams. For economics
- Globalisation: What are its causes and consequences?What is globalisation? Globalisation is the increasing interdependence of different economies. For example, world trade as a percentage
- 8 Business Objectives for Economics A-levelWhat do firms aim for? In economics we sometimes assume firms simply maximise their profits. But do firms
- 4 Key Supply-Side Policies: How to Analyse and EvaluateSupply-side policies are policies that increase the productive potential of the economy. Such policies aim to increase an
- What you need to know: Demand and Price Elasticity of DemandFor A-level Economics resources, see the links below: Contents Why is demand important? Demand is the amount consumers
- A Practical Guide to the Balance of PaymentsWhat is the balance of payments? The balance of payments is a record of all cross-border transactions in
- 6 Types of Oxbridge Economics Interview QuestionsWhat are the Oxbridge Economics interview questions that usually come up in interviews? This diagram shows the most
- All You Need to Know about Comparative AdvantageWhy do countries trade with each other? Should they trade with each other? What goods should countries export
- 7 Economics Personal Statement Examples | With AnalysisWhat makes a great personal statement? How do you improve your chances of achieving a university offer in
- How to Succeed in TMUA Maths Question Types: Part 2In this article, I cover more on the TMUA mathematics admissions test. Specifically I will cover further question
- How to Succeed in TMUA Maths: Question Types 20222022 UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE FOR 2022 CAMBRIDGE ECONOMICS APPLICATIONS THE ECAA IS NOT BEING USED. INSTEAD STUDENTS ARE
- How to Write an Economics Personal Statement: Guide for 2022When I was applying to university, there was very little publicly available advice on economics personal statements. Several
- How to Revise for the TMUA: 3 Stage GuideHow should students prepare for the TMUA? What if you run out of past paper questions? Below I
- 8 Reasons Why You Should Study EconomicsWhy study economics? Considering studying economics at degree level, A-level or self study? There are plenty of reasons
- 4 Steps for how to use supercurriculars in your economics PSFor the ultimate guide to economics personal statements, click the blue button here (paid resource): What are supercurricular
- 50 Oxbridge Economics Interview Style Questions 2022Here is a link to practice interview questions I have designed for 2022 Oxbridge Economics interviews. Click on
- 17 Books for Economics Personal Statements 2022Which books should you read for your economics personal statement? After reading this post you will have some
- 5 Key Tips for Economics Essay CompetitionsEvery year there are tens of thousands of entries to economics essay competitions. However very few essays are
- AQA Paper 3 Style Practice Questions and TipsFor practice papers for extra practice see the link here: Time Management Here is my recommendation for how
- Final 7 Tips for Edexcel Economics A Paper 2Tip 1: Review economics news stories – potential contexts Economics news to be aware of, at the time
- Paper 3 Edexcel Economics A: All you need to knowHere are some tips for Edexcel Economics A Paper 3. (For practice papers in the style of Paper
- How to get an A* or A in A-level Economics 2024 (10 Tips)As a professional economics tutor, these are the tips I give to my students to help them achieve
- Example 25-Mark Essay in style of Edexcel Economics A-levelStudents have asked for further examples of answers to 25-mark questions for Edexcel. Below I have given an
- How to Evaluate for Edexcel Economics: 14 Points + ExamplesWhat does evaluation actually mean? For Edexcel A-level Economics, there are two possible ways to evaluate: Conclusions in
- How to write a 25 marker for Edexcel A-level EconomicsBelow I have provided a sample answer to a 25 mark practice question. This is based on my
- How to write essays for Edexcel A-level EconomicsIn this post I outline the key requirements for each section (mainly B and C) in papers 1
- How to score Application Marks in A-level Economics 2023Application is a key component in the AQA and Edexcel A-level Economics mark schemes. Make sure to include
- Economics Supercurricular Activities: How to enhance your PSPreviously I mentioned the importance of including many supercurricular activities in your personal statement. I discuss supercurriculars more
- Example 25-Mark Essay in style of AQA Economics A-levelBelow is an example model answer to a 25 mark question in the style of AQA Economics A-level.
- How to Write Essays for AQA A-Level EconomicsHow should you structure your response to a 25-mark question? This post covers a few possible ways you
- AQA Macroeconomics Practice Questions – 3 Practice PapersFor more practice for AQA Economics A-level paper 2, which is the macroeconomics paper, I have created three
- How to ace AQA Economics Paper 1: 3 Practice PapersOne of the main tips I give to my tuition students to help them achieve an A or
- How to Evaluate for AQA Macroeconomics with ExamplesIn the last blogpost I covered some example evaluation points for an AQA-style microeconomics essay. There was also
- How to Evaluate for AQA A-level Economics (with examples)Students often ask me about how to evaluate in their A-level AQA Economics essays. While there are multiple
- How to Answer 8 Cambridge Economics Interview-Type QuestionsOn this page I have answers to some practice economics interview questions for Oxbridge. For a paid resource
- How to Prepare for Cambridge Economics InterviewsAre you unsure of how to prepare for a Cambridge Economics interview? What kinds of questions typically appear?
- How to Ace the ECAA Essay Part 2- Cambridge Economics2022 UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE FOR 2022 APPLICATIONS THE ECAA IS NOT BEING USED. INSTEAD STUDENTS ARE BEING ASKED
- How to Ace the ECAA Essay – Cambridge Economics2022 UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE FOR 2022 APPLICATIONS THE ECAA IS NOT BEING USED. INSTEAD STUDENTS ARE BEING ASKED
- How to solve the 2020 ECAA Maths Questions: Worked Answers2022 UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE FOR 2022 APPLICATIONS THE ECAA IS NOT BEING USED. INSTEAD STUDENTS ARE BEING ASKED
- How to Write your Economics Personal StatementAre you applying to economics courses at university this year? If so, this guide might come in handy.
- ECAA Cambridge Mathematics Section Advice I have helped students for several years in applying to the Cambridge Economics course. Below I give some