Law

Assessment

A1 Units: Unit 1 includes the basics of the English Legal System, covering everything from the passing of an Act (Law) to the work of legal personnel such as juries and judges. This unit is examined in the summer. Unit 2 provides a more in-depth study of the Law itself. The unit is composed of two parts: Firstly, the criminal law and in particular the study of the non-fatal offences i.e. Assault, Battery, ABH and GBH. You learn what goes into making a criminal charge, and the likely outcome of a criminal trial. This is examined in the summer by problem scenario and you are asked to identify the criminal offence and advise on the likely outcome. The second part of Unit 2 is civil law and provides the opportunity to study the tort of negligence, much like the commonplace adverts on the TV for “no win no fee” actions. Students learn how to take action when the victim is injured and provide advice on the likely outcome such as the compensation awarded. This is also examined in the summer by problem scenario. A2 Units: Unit 3 is criminal law, in particular homicide. Students cover all aspects including murder and the different types of manslaughter. You will build on your non-fatal knowledge acquired in year one, and develop it. Throughout, you will be encouraged to question how suitable the Law is in each area and whether it needs reform. Unit 4 is where you will study either theft and property offences, such as robbery, burglary and criminal damage, or further study in the area of tort which builds on negligence with torts such as product liability, occupier’s liability, medical negligence and nuisance (usually seen in disputes between neighbours, i.e. noise). Both are examined in the summer by problem scenarios. The final part of the unit is the concepts of law elements where you are asked to consider everything you have learnt about issues of Justice, Fault, Creativity or Morality. This involves an essay in the summer unit 4 exam.