BTEC Applied Law is a course, equivalent in size to one A level, which would suit those interested in pursuing a career in a professional setting where they are dealing with the public. It allows pupils to examine a range of interesting issues such as criminal law and the legal system, along with looking at the laws that affect the family and everyday life. It includes the opportunity to develop the research, communication and critical-thinking skills valued by higher education and by employers. The course will offer work-related learning, giving learners an edge and opening the door to higher education or employment in legal or business sectors. Learners can progress to higher education and develop transferable skills such as case study research, teamwork, and communication. It will provide pupils with a broad knowledge of issues in society, history and in law. It would be of interest to pupils who have an interest in and enthusiasm for the law and may wish to follow law into higher education.
• GCSE Grade 5 or above in Mathematics and English (Language or Literature) plus 4 other GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (this includes BTECs at Merit or Distinction). • A high grade in GCSE English Language and English Literature is indicative of success in this subject. Above all, an enthusiasm for the subject is key to doing well in BTEC Applied Law.
4 units in total (Units 1-3 are mandatory) Unit 1 - Dispute solving in civil law (external assessment) Unit 2 - Investigating aspects of criminal law and the legal system (internal assessment) Unit 3 - Applying the law (external assessment) Unit 4 - Aspects of family law (optional unit internally assessed)
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Old Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF |
BTEC Applied Law is a course, equivalent in size to one A level, which would suit those interested in pursuing a career in a professional setting where they are dealing with the public. It allows pupils to examine a range of interesting issues such as criminal law and the legal system, along with looking at the laws that affect the family and everyday life. It includes the opportunity to develop the research, communication and critical-thinking skills valued by higher education and by employers. The course will offer work-related learning, giving learners an edge and opening the door to higher education or employment in legal or business sectors. Learners can progress to higher education and develop transferable skills such as case study research, teamwork, and communication. It will provide pupils with a broad knowledge of issues in society, history and in law. It would be of interest to pupils who have an interest in and enthusiasm for the law and may wish to follow law into higher education.
• GCSE Grade 5 or above in Mathematics and English (Language or Literature) plus 4 other GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (this includes BTECs at Merit or Distinction). • A high grade in GCSE English Language and English Literature is indicative of success in this subject. Above all, an enthusiasm for the subject is key to doing well in BTEC Applied Law.
4 units in total (Units 1-3 are mandatory) Unit 1 - Dispute solving in civil law (external assessment) Unit 2 - Investigating aspects of criminal law and the legal system (internal assessment) Unit 3 - Applying the law (external assessment) Unit 4 - Aspects of family law (optional unit internally assessed)