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A Level

Law

Entry Requirements

GCSE Grade 5 in English, with an average points score of 5 or above.

Assessment Method

This course is assessed by three exams at the end of the two years.

About this course

This course is ideal for learners interested in developing a deep understanding of the English legal system. You will explore topics ranging from murder to manslaughter, insanity to intoxication. Learn how laws are made, how to enter the profession, and the sentencing options available for offenders. In Tort Law, you will study the rules surrounding negligence and many other areas. In the second year, you will also explore Human Rights, developing an understanding of the rights and freedoms we enjoy—and how they can be restricted. You will build strong skills in identifying key legal principles from cases, evaluating legal issues, and applying knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is aimed at students who:

  • Would like to pursue a career where knowledge of law 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

  • Want to develop an understanding of English law, with an awareness of European and global contexts

What will you learn?

  • The Legal System and Criminal Law: How the English legal system operates, including judges, courts, sentencing, civil court claims, and legal professionals. You will also study fatal offences, property offences, non-fatal offences, and a range of defences.

  • Law Making and the Law of Tort: How laws are made in Parliament, delegated legislation, judicial precedent, and judicial interpretation. Tort Law includes negligence, occupiers' liability, nuisance, and more.

The Nature of Law and Human Rights: Understand the rights we enjoy under the European Convention on Human Rights, such as fair trials, liberty, and private and family life. Explore the relationship between law and morals, and discuss whether the law achieves justice.

What skills will you develop?

  • Knowledge

  • Application

  • Evaluation

  • Communication

  • Literacy

  • Exam techniques

  • Self-confidence

  • Practice and effort

  • Teamwork

  • Creativity and problem-solving

  • Responsibility

  • Focus and time management

  • Oracy

  • Independent study

  • Revision skills

  • Seeks challenge

  • Self-motivation

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Progression routes

  • Solicitor

  • Barrister

  • Legal Executive

  • Legal Secretary

  • Law with Criminology

  • Mediator

  • Teaching

  • Police Force

Business Management

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