Course description
Law A Level
Get an insight into the structure and working of the English legal system.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
this subject, you will need GCSE English literature or GCSE English language at grade 5.
Training Course Content
What you'll learn
The AS Law course (OCR) comprises two modules.
The first module provides an introduction to the English legal system and criminal law. Topics studied include:
- Criminal courts and laypeople
- Civil courts and other forms of dispute resolution
- Legal personnel
- Legal funding
- Introduction to criminal law
- Non-fatal offences
The second module provides an introduction to law making and the law of Tort. Topics studied include:
- Parliamentary law making
- Precedent
- EU Law
- Negligence
- Occupiers liability
The A2 specification develops the knowledge and skills required at AS level. It involves the in-depth study of criminal law, contract law and tort. Additionally, within the second year, there is a synoptic element which involves the study of certain concepts of law, such as fault, conflicting interests, morality and justice.
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You acquire a range of relevant skills including decision making, problem solving, challenging assumptions and quantifying and managing information.
You gain the skills necessary for further academic study – such as strong report writing – and study skills, including presentation skills. You also improve the wider skills vital for success in further study or employment, including self-confidence, speaking in front of others, working with others, taking responsibility and managing your time.
You learn in a variety of ways, typically through discussion, group work, independent study, traditional essays, reading and research tasks. There will be a balance of challenge and support. You will play an active part in your learning and there will be a strong focus on your individual learning needs.
By the end of the course, you will have benefited from individual support, including advice about higher education and careers.
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