Curriculum
In A Level Law you study the English Legal System – how laws are made both by Parliament and the Courts, how the Criminal Justice System works – from Police arrest to Criminal Trial. You will also study key components of Criminal, Contract and Tort Law (otherwise known as the Law of Negligence).
Progression
Prepares students for university study in any humanities subjects including law. Provides students with skills of problem solving; critical thinking and analysis to prepare them for their future. Promoting social awareness and understanding.
Careers
Legal profession; criminal justice system; police force; education; social work; business.
Additional Entry Requirements
Grade 6 in English Literature or Language GCSE.
Assessment
English legal system runs through all papers with specialist areas of criminal, contract and tort being covered respectively in papers 1, 2 and 3.
Opportunities for work related activities
Annual trip to the Houses of Parliament and the Supreme Court of Justice, work experience placements in solicitors firms and Courts.
