1. Welcome to Law A Level
By the end of this course you will:
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

2. Law A Level: Course content You will study... Overview Example topics:
In Year 12
The nature of Law
Statutory Interpretation, Judicial Precedent
The English Legal System
Criminal and Civil courts, Sentencing, Bail
In Year 13
Law of Torts
Negligence
Criminal Law
Murder, Manslaughter, Theft

3. Law A Level: Assessment Exam board: Assessment: Percentage: Detail:
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Assessment:
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Examination
100%
3 exams sat at the end of Year 13.
Paper 1: 2 hr (33%)
Paper 2: 2 hr (33%)
Paper 3: 2 hr (33%)
A combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions.

4. Law A Level Requirements Which skills are needed? Course requirements
General College entry requirements and grade 6 in English Language
Which skills are needed?
Essay writing skills
Application skills to relate real life cases to law theory
Expectations and workload
3 internal formal assessments completed per academic year
1-2 homework assignments completed per week (essays or case research)
High level of independent reading to support classroom learning
An intrinsic interest in current affairs and politics

5. Law A Level Further information 2015/6 Course Performance
100% of students achieved an A*-C grade by the end of Year 13
Course enrichment:
Visit to Nottingham Crown Court
2015/6 Example student destination(s)
Law, Birmingham University
Law and Criminology, University of Leeds
Department contact details
Mr Joel Tomasevic

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