Entry Requirements
GCSE Grade 4 in English and Maths with an average points score of 3.2 or above.
Assessment Method
This course is assessed through a combination of coursework and exams.
About this course
This course is ideal for learners who want to understand how the legal system works. You will study the differences between criminal and civil law, the court system, dispute resolution, and the roles of people in the legal system. You will also learn where English and Welsh law comes from, how it is applied and interpreted by judges in the courts, and about the institutions and laws of the European Union. This qualification can be taken as an Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A Level).
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students who:
Would like to pursue a career where legal knowledge is beneficial, such as the police or the legal system.
Would like to progress to higher education to study Law or Law and Criminology.
Want to develop knowledge and skills for further study in law or related subjects, such as Business.
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What will you learn?
Dispute Solving in Civil Law: Explore how civil disputes are resolved, both through the courts and alternative means. Examine legal precedent and its application in the law of negligence.
Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System: Research how laws are made and interpreted, the roles of legal professionals, and the punishments for breaking the law. Advise clients on non-fatal offence case studies.
Applying the Law: Study specific crimes, including homicide and offences against property. Learn about police procedures for dealing with these offences.
Consumer Law: Understand how the law protects individual consumers when dealing with businesses, both in person and digitally.
What skills will you develop?
Evidence gathering
Evaluation
Making informed judgments
Exam techniques and revision skills
Technical language
Self-confidence
Practice and application
Digital literacy (Yr 1 – Unit 2)
Decision making and focus
Contextualisation and applied analysis
Research skills
Self-responsibility and motivation
Literacy (English)
Meeting deadlines
Seeking challenges
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Progression routes
Solicitor
Barrister
Legal Executive
Legal Secretary
Law with Criminology
Mediator
Teaching
Police Force
Business Management