Law / Legal Studies

Course summary

Are you passionate about discovering how the world of law works? Are you interested in helping justice being given? Then this is the right course for you!  Applied Law gives an understanding of the role of law in today's society and raises awareness of the rights and responsibilities of individual, an understanding of how and where Laws are made and the roles of people working within law such as lawyers, magistrates and juries. By learning about legal rules and how and why they apply to real life, this course will allow you to develop your analytical ability, decision making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. All these skills are highly sought after at higher education level and by employers.    This course is ideal if you are interested in a career as a Paralegal, Police Officer, Civil Servant, Probation Officer or Solicitor/Barrister/Legal Executive.