Students will learn about the legal system, law making, the nature of law, criminal law, the law of tort and human rights law or the law of contract. Law students develop a range of skills including the application of legal rules and principles to present an argument, analysis and evaluation of the law, legal issues, and concepts. A Level Law provides an introduction to law. It allows students to learn about a fascinating subject, one which covers many aspects of life. Students of A Level Law will: – Develop an understanding of law and how it works – Learn more about society from a legal perspective - both contemporary and historical – Learn about the interaction between law and morals, justice, and society – Learn about different areas of law - e.g. criminal law, human rights, contract and tort – Make connections with business, economics, history, politics and technology – Develop academic skills, including analysis and evaluation – Be able to make an informed decision about future careers Students will have the opportunity to visit the Crown Court in Gloucester and the Houses of Parliament and UK Supreme Court. They will also be able to apply for the Pathways programme at Bristol University which will introduce them to what a Law degree would be like and a contextual offer of a conditional place to study Law there. Career Pathways Students wishing to continue their legal studies after A Levels can opt for a university degree or work-based apprenticeship. – Both of these routes can lead to the qualifications required to become a solicitor, barrister, or legal executive – Other popular careers include the police, teaching, social work, business and accounting
Grade 5 English Literature and English Language
Modules The English Legal System and Criminal Law Law Making and the Law of Tort The Nature of Law and Human Rights Assessment – Exam 1: The English Legal System and Criminal Law – 2 hrs (33%) – Exam 2: Law Making and the Law of Tort – 2 hrs (33%) – Exam 3: The Nature of Law and Human Rights – 2 hrs (33%)
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Two Hedges Road, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8AE |
Students will learn about the legal system, law making, the nature of law, criminal law, the law of tort and human rights law or the law of contract. Law students develop a range of skills including the application of legal rules and principles to present an argument, analysis and evaluation of the law, legal issues, and concepts. A Level Law provides an introduction to law. It allows students to learn about a fascinating subject, one which covers many aspects of life. Students of A Level Law will: – Develop an understanding of law and how it works – Learn more about society from a legal perspective - both contemporary and historical – Learn about the interaction between law and morals, justice, and society – Learn about different areas of law - e.g. criminal law, human rights, contract and tort – Make connections with business, economics, history, politics and technology – Develop academic skills, including analysis and evaluation – Be able to make an informed decision about future careers Students will have the opportunity to visit the Crown Court in Gloucester and the Houses of Parliament and UK Supreme Court. They will also be able to apply for the Pathways programme at Bristol University which will introduce them to what a Law degree would be like and a contextual offer of a conditional place to study Law there. Career Pathways Students wishing to continue their legal studies after A Levels can opt for a university degree or work-based apprenticeship. – Both of these routes can lead to the qualifications required to become a solicitor, barrister, or legal executive – Other popular careers include the police, teaching, social work, business and accounting
Grade 5 English Literature and English Language
Modules The English Legal System and Criminal Law Law Making and the Law of Tort The Nature of Law and Human Rights Assessment – Exam 1: The English Legal System and Criminal Law – 2 hrs (33%) – Exam 2: Law Making and the Law of Tort – 2 hrs (33%) – Exam 3: The Nature of Law and Human Rights – 2 hrs (33%)