A level Law gives students an insight into the law of England and Wales, including the study of the legal system, how laws are made, criminal law, tort law, concepts of law and the law of contract. In Paper 1, students learn to critically evaluate the legal system and to apply the criminal law. In Paper 2, Law Making and the Law of Tort, students learn to critically evaluate how laws are made and to apply tort law. In Paper 3, students learn to discuss concepts of law and to apply contract law. In this course, you will learn to “think like a lawyer” and apply legal rules to the facts. You will also develop your ability to critically analyze and evaluate legal concepts, institutions, and processes.
6 GCSEs between 9 to 4 (A*-C) for including 2 of English, Maths or Science. 2 should be at least grade 6 (B).
Paper 1: English legal system and criminal law Percentage of total mark: 33.3%. Method of assessment: 2 hour written exam. In this module, you will learn about the structure and function of criminal courts, as well as how laws are interpreted and developed by judges. You will also learn about the work of professional lawyers and judges, and of lay people in the criminal justice system – magistrates, judges, and juries – as well as how access to justice is funded. You will also study criminal law in depth, including topics such as murder, manslaughter, theft, and robbery, as well as defenses. Paper 2: English legal system and tort law Percentage of total mark: 33.3%. Method of assessment: 2-hour written exam. In this module, you will focus on the creation of laws and the influences on Parliament in making new law, including pressure groups, public opinion and the media. The role of the Law Commission will be studied in the context of law reform, and students will learn how civil courts operate, and how access to justice is funded in civil cases. You will also study tort (civil) law, including negligence, the potential liability of occupiers and employers, nuisance, as well as defenses and remedies. Paper 3a: English legal system and contract law Percentage of total mark: 33.3%. Method of assessment: 2-hour written exam. In this module, you will study the rule of law, delegated legislation, and the European Union. You will also study the law of contract, including how contracts are made, the terms that are included, and consumer law, as well as how contracts can become frustrated and discharged, and the remedies available when they are breached.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Chichester Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB |
A level Law gives students an insight into the law of England and Wales, including the study of the legal system, how laws are made, criminal law, tort law, concepts of law and the law of contract. In Paper 1, students learn to critically evaluate the legal system and to apply the criminal law. In Paper 2, Law Making and the Law of Tort, students learn to critically evaluate how laws are made and to apply tort law. In Paper 3, students learn to discuss concepts of law and to apply contract law. In this course, you will learn to “think like a lawyer” and apply legal rules to the facts. You will also develop your ability to critically analyze and evaluate legal concepts, institutions, and processes.
6 GCSEs between 9 to 4 (A*-C) for including 2 of English, Maths or Science. 2 should be at least grade 6 (B).
Paper 1: English legal system and criminal law Percentage of total mark: 33.3%. Method of assessment: 2 hour written exam. In this module, you will learn about the structure and function of criminal courts, as well as how laws are interpreted and developed by judges. You will also learn about the work of professional lawyers and judges, and of lay people in the criminal justice system – magistrates, judges, and juries – as well as how access to justice is funded. You will also study criminal law in depth, including topics such as murder, manslaughter, theft, and robbery, as well as defenses. Paper 2: English legal system and tort law Percentage of total mark: 33.3%. Method of assessment: 2-hour written exam. In this module, you will focus on the creation of laws and the influences on Parliament in making new law, including pressure groups, public opinion and the media. The role of the Law Commission will be studied in the context of law reform, and students will learn how civil courts operate, and how access to justice is funded in civil cases. You will also study tort (civil) law, including negligence, the potential liability of occupiers and employers, nuisance, as well as defenses and remedies. Paper 3a: English legal system and contract law Percentage of total mark: 33.3%. Method of assessment: 2-hour written exam. In this module, you will study the rule of law, delegated legislation, and the European Union. You will also study the law of contract, including how contracts are made, the terms that are included, and consumer law, as well as how contracts can become frustrated and discharged, and the remedies available when they are breached.