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. All these skills are highly sought after by higher education and employers. We’re confident that you and your students will enjoy this specification. We created it with help from teachers and subject experts and we’ve kept the content that you and your students enjoy. We’ve included some new case studies and theories to keep content fresh, relevant and engaging. Topics are clearly structured and include: The nature of law and the English legal system Private law Public law Legal skills.