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    Economics & Finance Online Course
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    Economics & Finance Online Course

    by Oxford Scholastica Academy

    Explore economics and finance through live discussions, a mock stock exchange and real-world policy problems, with academic mentoring and personalized feedback.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Economics and Finance at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    Motivated students; strong English

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15-18

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    £595; £995

    Duration

    1 or 2 weeks

    Format

    Online

    Application deadline

    Rolling

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    Business & EconomicsFinance
    Language: English
    Sessions / cadence: 5×2h/week; ~2h independent study/day
    Mentor model: Academic tutor; maximum 15 students
    Assessment style: Projects, assignments and personalized feedback
    Main deliverable / output: Economic research and written analysis
    Certificate: Certificate of Achievement
    Time-zone / scheduling model: 1–3 PM UK time

    Economics and Finance summary

    Oxford Scholastica combines introductory economic theory with practical financial and policy problems. Students move from understanding markets to testing ideas through simulations, research and discussion.

    The strongest reason to choose it is the opportunity to explain and defend your thinking with tutor feedback. It suits students exploring economics or finance who enjoy applying ideas to current events.

    What is Economics & Finance Online Course?

    The Economics & Finance Online Course is an Oxford Scholastica Academy course combining economic theory with practical problem solving. It introduces microeconomics, macroeconomics, market structures and policy through live tutorials and independent assignments.

    Students investigate share prices, evaluate government decisions and take part in a mock stock exchange. The extended syllabus adds international trade, game theory, investment appraisal and AI’s implications for the economy, giving students several ways to test their interest in the subject.

    Why Succeed highlights Economics and Finance

    • The syllabus connects economic concepts to recognizable decisions about inflation, trade and investment.

    • A mock stock exchange and game-theory exercises make students apply ideas rather than only memorize terminology.

    • Personalized feedback gives students a useful way to improve their reasoning and written analysis.

    • The featured tutor combines Cambridge economic research training with professional investment experience.

    Who is Economics and Finance for?

    Best for

    Students exploring economics or finance who want guided discussion, practical assignments and feedback on their ideas.

    Not ideal if

    You need a self-paced course or mainly want a university credential; participation follows a live timetable and the certificate is provider-issued.

    Is Economics and Finance worth it?

    This course can be worthwhile if you want structured practice applying economics to real situations. The combination of tutor feedback, written analysis and simulations offers more interaction than independent reading alone.

    Its value depends on using that feedback and completing the independent work. Treat the certificate as recognition of participation and achievement; a recommendation is conditional, and the course has no formal connection with a university.

    A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £595; £995; includes 20 hours of live teaching for the two-week course., 4 hours of masterclass sessions., Preparatory reading list and independent study assignments., Detailed personalized feedback., Online graduation ceremony., Certificate of Achievement after successful completion., Recommendation letter for students meeting the criteria., Ambassador Program invitation., Ongoing advice and support..

    Dates and time commitment

    1 or 2 weeks; 5×2h/week; ~2h independent study/day.

    Provider details

    Review the Oxford Scholastica Academy provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: You build economics research and writing assignments that demonstrate how you apply concepts to real-world problems.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

    Check how online sessions are supervised, how mentor communication works, and what support route exists if the student needs help.

    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does Economics and Finance need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high for a short introductory course.

    Best started

    Plan several months ahead through rolling admissions, then begin preparation two weeks before your chosen session.

    Main challenge

    Turning economic concepts into clear, justified analysis.

    Typical preparation

    • Write a personal statement explaining which economic questions interest you.

    • Use the preparatory reading list to become familiar with basic terminology.

    • Convert the UK tutorial time to your local time and reserve daily study time.

    • Test your computer, webcam and internet connection before the first tutorial.

    Useful if

    You want to test whether economics or finance deserves deeper study.

    What do students do on Economics and Finance?

    You learn economic concepts in live tutorials, then investigate how they apply to markets and public policy. Research, writing and simulations give you material to discuss with your tutor and classmates.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Meet your tutor and peers, then examine macroeconomics and current economic conditions.

    2. 2

      Study microeconomics, share prices and market structures through calculations and case studies.

    3. 3

      Analyze monetary and fiscal policy and prepare an essay about the WTO.

    4. 4

      In the second week, investigate trade policy, current economic issues and game theory.

    5. 5

      Compare investment appraisal methods and explore AI’s implications for economics.

    6. 6

      Complete tutor assignments, receive feedback and attend the online graduation event.

    Economics and Finance dates and deadlines

    Applications

    Rolling admissions

    Applications are reviewed without a fixed closing date.

    Date not confirmed

    Economics & Finance — one week, May intake

    31 May-4 June 2027

    One-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — two weeks, May intake

    31 May-11 June 2027

    Two-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — two weeks, first June intake

    14-25 June 2027

    Two-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — one week, first June intake

    14-18 June 2027

    One-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — two weeks, second June intake

    28 June-9 July 2027

    Two-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — one week, second June intake

    28 June-2 July 2027

    One-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — one week, first July intake

    12-16 July 2027

    One-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — two weeks, first July intake

    12-23 July 2027

    Two-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — two weeks, second July intake

    26 July-6 August 2027

    Two-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — one week, second July intake

    26-30 July 2027

    One-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — one week, August intake

    9-13 August 2027

    One-week option.

    Upcoming

    Economics & Finance — two weeks, August intake

    9-20 August 2027

    Two-week option.

    Upcoming

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Designed for students ages 15-18.

    • Motivation to study economics and finance.

    • Personal statement explaining your interest.

    • Strong English: FAQ specifies C1; online terms require above C1.

    • No academic prerequisites or formal English testing.

    • Students from around the world may apply.

    How much does Economics and Finance cost?

    One-week course

    £595 — Covers the first five classes.

    Funding or discounts

    • Two-week course: £995 — Covers the full ten-class syllabus.
    • Social-impact support: Free mentoring — The provider directs support toward mentoring and academic guidance rather than full-course scholarships.

    What's included

    20 hours of live teaching for the two-week course., 4 hours of masterclass sessions., Preparatory reading list and independent study assignments., Detailed personalized feedback., Online graduation ceremony., Certificate of Achievement after successful completion., Recommendation letter for students meeting the criteria., Ambassador Program invitation., Ongoing advice and support.

    How to apply to Economics and Finance

    1. 1

      Open Oxford Scholastica’s official application form and select the 15-18 age group and online study.

    2. 2

      Choose Economics & Finance, your session and the one-week or two-week option.

    3. 3

      Complete the application and write a personal statement explaining your motivation.

    4. 4

      Respond to any further information requested by admissions and await an acceptance email.

    5. 5

      Pay the full course fee to confirm your place, then complete the Student Information Form before starting.

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    Learning format

    Live Zoom tutorials run from 1–3 PM UK time, with five two-hour classes per instructional week and a maximum of 15 students. Plan around two additional hours of independent study or group work each teaching day; the two-week package includes 20 teaching hours and four hours of masterclasses.

    The one-week option ends after Class 5; the second week adds five further topics.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Work with an academic tutor on real-world financial challenges.

    • Receive detailed personalized feedback on your work.

    • Learn in a group of no more than 15 students.

    • Featured tutor Yash Salunkhe holds a Cambridge MPhil in Economic Research.

    • His professional background includes venture capital and portfolio modeling at Citi.

    • Masterclasses develop skills such as critical thinking and public speaking.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Live tutorials follow 1–3 PM UK time.
    • Summer sessions use British Summer Time, UTC+1.
    • Students join from around the world.
    • Allow approximately four hours per teaching day, including independent work.

    Tech requirements

    • A computer for tutorials and assignments.

    • A stable internet connection.

    • A webcam for online participation.

    • Access to Zoom for live tutorials.

    • A quiet room where you can study without interruptions.

    Assessment style

    Assessment centers on practical projects, independent assignments, participation and personalized tutor feedback.

    • Apply theory to economic and financial case studies.
    • Complete research, blog-writing and essay assignments.
    • Receive detailed feedback on your work.
    • Attend compulsory sessions and participate positively.
    • Submit satisfactory original work to meet completion requirements.

    Portfolio / outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    You build economics research and writing assignments that demonstrate how you apply concepts to real-world problems.

    • A short cryptocurrency blog assignment.

    • An essay evaluating the WTO’s impact on developing economies.

    • A research paper or multimedia presentation option in the second week.

    • A Certificate of Achievement after successful completion.

    • A personalized recommendation for students meeting the criteria.

    Economics and Finance FAQs

    No academic prerequisites are required. Your personal statement should show curiosity about economics and finance and motivation to participate.

    Plan for approximately four hours a day: two hours of live tutorials and around two hours of independent study or group work. Tutorials run from 1–3 PM UK time.

    The one-week course ends after monetary and fiscal policy in Class 5. The second week adds international trade, economic policy making, game theory, investment appraisal and the future of economics.

    You need a computer, a stable internet connection and a webcam. A quiet room is recommended for tutorials, which take place via Zoom.

    Successful completion earns an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement. A personalized tutor recommendation is awarded to students who meet the provider’s criteria.

    No. Oxford Scholastica Academy has no formal connection with the University of Oxford or any other university, although some tutors teach or study at those institutions.

    The course FAQ specifies C1, equivalent to IELTS 6.5, without formal testing. The online terms require English above C1, so families should clarify the threshold with admissions.

    The online terms allow cancellation within 14 calendar days of entering the contract, subject to charges and deductions. If the course starts within that period, tutor costs may be deducted; cancellations outside the stated conditions are nonrefundable.

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    • Booking Form
    • Terms & Conditions | Oxford Scholastica Academy
    • Online Summer School 2027 | Oxford Scholastica
    • Online Summer School Dates & Fees | Oxford Scholastica
    • Arrange a Call | Oxford Scholastica Academy
    • Oxford Scholastica Academy FAQs
    • Booking Form
    • Economics & Finance Course Outline
    • Online Economics & Finance Course (Ages 15-18) | Oxford Scholastica

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