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The return on post–compulsory school mathematics study

Dolton, P.J. and Vignoles, A. (2002) The return on post–compulsory school mathematics study. Economica, 69 (273). pp. 113-142. ISSN 0013-0427

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Identification Number: 10.1111/1468-0335.00273

Abstract

What are the essential skills learned at school that are required for the labour market? The issue is particularly policy relevant in the UK, where the 16–19 secondary school curriculum (A levels) is undergoing major reform. This paper uses data from the UK to investigate the impact of different academic subjects in secondary school on pupils' subsequent earning, particularly the impact of studying advanced mathematical curricula. We find that individuals with an advanced (A–level) mathematics qualification earn 7%–10% more than similarly educated workers without this qualification, even after controlling for the initial ability of these individuals.

Item Type: Article
Official URL: http://www.wiley.com/bw/journal.asp?ref=0013-0427
Additional Information: © 2002 The London School of Economics and Political Science
Divisions: Centre for Economic Performance
Subjects: H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory
L Education > L Education (General)
Date Deposited: 18 Dec 2009 14:03
Last Modified: 03 Jan 2024 20:30
URI: http://eprints.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/26485

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