Law
The Canterbury Academy - Kent
01227463971
Knight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA
Course summary

Studying Law gives students an understanding of the role of law in today’s society and raises their awareness of the rights and responsibilities of individuals. By learning about legal rules and how and why they apply to real life, students also develop their analytical ability, decision-making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. All these skills are highly sought after by higher education and employers. Topics are clearly structured and include: • The nature of law and the English legal system • Criminal Law • Negligence Law • Human Rights

Entry requirements

We would recommend a grade 5 at GCSE in a humanities subject, along with at least a grade 6 in GCSE English.

How you'll be assessed

The course is assessed through three examination units comprising: Paper 1: • The nature of law and the English legal system • Criminal law Paper 2: • Law making • Tort/Negligence Paper 3: • The nature of law and the English legal system • Human rights

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressKnight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA