Syllabus & Assessment
Find out about the Economics syllabus and assessment formats for H1 and H2 at JPJC, including objectives and formative assessment methods.
Both H1 and H2 Economics are offered in JPJC.
Assessment Objectives for H1 and H2 Economics
AO1: Knowledge and Understanding
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of economic concepts, theories and principles.
AO2: Interpretation and Evaluation of Information
Interpret economic information presented in textual, numerical or graphical form.
Make valid inferences from information presented and evaluate the reliability of information given.
AO3: Application and Analysis
Apply relevant economic concepts, theories and principles to analyse contemporary issues, perspectives and policy choices.
Construct coherent economic arguments.
AO4: Evaluation
Evaluate critically alternative theoretical explanations, contemporary issues, perspectives and policy choices.
Recognise unstated assumptions and evaluate their relevance.
Synthesise economic arguments to arrive at well-reasoned judgements and decisions.
Assessment Format
Table 1: Assessment Format for H1 Economics
H1 Economics | Description | Overall Marks (Weighting) | Duration |
Paper 1 Case Studies | There will be two compulsory case studies. Candidates are required to answer all questions for each case study. Each case study carries 40 marks and constitutes 50% of the total marks. About 16 marks of each set of case study questions will be for data response questions, and about 24 marks will be for higher-order questions. | 80 marks (100%) | 3 Hours |
For Paper 1, questions testing AO1 + AO2 + AO3 will comprise about 40% of the marks and questions testing AO1 + AO2 + AO3 + AO4 will comprise about 60% of the marks. | |||
Table 2: Assessment Format for H2 Economics
H2 Economics | Description | Overall Marks (Weighting) | Duration |
Paper 1 Case Studies | There will be two compulsory case studies. Candidates are required to answer all questions for each case study. Each case study carries 30 marks and constitutes 20% of the total marks. About 12 marks of each set of case study questions will be for data response questions, and about 18 marks will be for higher-order questions. | 60 marks (40%) | 2 Hours 30 minutes |
For Paper 1, questions testing AO1 + AO2 + AO3 will comprise about 40% of the marks and questions testing AO1 + AO2 + AO3 + AO4 will comprise about 60% of the marks. | |||
Paper 2 Essays | Candidates are required to answer a total of three essay questions, of which one must be from Section A, one from Section B and one from either Section A or B. Section A: Three essay questions focusing mainly on microeconomics will be set. Candidates must answer at least one question from this section. Each question carries 25 marks. Section B: Three essay questions focusing mainly on macroeconomics will be set. Candidates must answer at least one question from this section. Each question carries 25 marks. | 75 marks (60 %) | 2 hours 30 minutes |
For Paper 2, questions testing AO1 + AO3 will comprise about 40% of the marks and questions testing AO1 + AO2 + AO3 + AO4 will comprise about 60% of the marks. | |||
Assessment for Learning
Formative assessments are conducted during the course of instruction by the JPJC Economics Department to monitor students' learning progress, diagnose learning difficulties and provide feedback on areas that need improvement. The modes of formative assessment include Exit Cards and short quizzes using Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) tools such as "Mentimeter". The department also employs self-assessment rubrics to enable students to evaluate their own understanding and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, educational technology tools such as Padlet are utilised to promote collaborative learning, allowing students to share insights, engage in peer discussions, and collectively build knowledge through interactive digital platforms.
For more information about GCE ‘A’ Level Economics examination syllabuses, refer to: