Law is a fascinating subject that underpins almost every aspect of society. The Applied Law course provides a comprehensive understanding of how the legal system operates, investigating many of the complexities of laws, regulations, and the mechanisms of justice. Through the study of actual cases and the use of scenario-based application, students gain insight into the practical workings of many legal principles, from both criminal and civil law. It includes the opportunity to develop both research and writing skills in preparation for further study, as well as a fascinating visit to Bristol Crown Courts to witness cases unfolding first-hand. The course covers both civil law, including the principles of negligence and family law, and criminal law such as those dealing with homicide, assault, theft, and fraud. It looks at how laws are developed and how the court system works, including investigating the roles and responsibilities of the personnel within those systems. Students will be taught how to unpick and analyse the fundamental structure of a wide variety of laws, and students with be equipped with the knowledge and skills to apply and evaluate laws using scenario-based examples.
1. Achieved a minimum of 5 standard passes (grade 4) at GCSE. 2. Secured at least a grade 5/6 at GCSE in the subject that the student wishes to study at Post 16 or the same grade in a related subject where it has not been previously studied at GCSE (please refer to the table below for additional specific subject requirements). 3. Have demonstrated, through their previous education career, the level of self-motivation and commitment, including a positive attendance record, required for Post 16 study. 4. English 5
* The two externally set controlled assessments allow the students to apply their knowledge of different laws to given case study scenarios.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | North Somerset |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Valley Road, Clevedon, BS21 6AH |
Law is a fascinating subject that underpins almost every aspect of society. The Applied Law course provides a comprehensive understanding of how the legal system operates, investigating many of the complexities of laws, regulations, and the mechanisms of justice. Through the study of actual cases and the use of scenario-based application, students gain insight into the practical workings of many legal principles, from both criminal and civil law. It includes the opportunity to develop both research and writing skills in preparation for further study, as well as a fascinating visit to Bristol Crown Courts to witness cases unfolding first-hand. The course covers both civil law, including the principles of negligence and family law, and criminal law such as those dealing with homicide, assault, theft, and fraud. It looks at how laws are developed and how the court system works, including investigating the roles and responsibilities of the personnel within those systems. Students will be taught how to unpick and analyse the fundamental structure of a wide variety of laws, and students with be equipped with the knowledge and skills to apply and evaluate laws using scenario-based examples.
1. Achieved a minimum of 5 standard passes (grade 4) at GCSE. 2. Secured at least a grade 5/6 at GCSE in the subject that the student wishes to study at Post 16 or the same grade in a related subject where it has not been previously studied at GCSE (please refer to the table below for additional specific subject requirements). 3. Have demonstrated, through their previous education career, the level of self-motivation and commitment, including a positive attendance record, required for Post 16 study. 4. English 5
* The two externally set controlled assessments allow the students to apply their knowledge of different laws to given case study scenarios.