Law

This course explores how law shapes society and governs everyday life, helping to understand the rights and responsibilities of individuals. Through studying how legal rules are created, interpreted, and applied in real-world situations, you will develop valuable skills in analysis, critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving—qualities highly valued by universities and employers. The course covers the nature of law and the English legal system, alongside key areas of private and public law, while building essential legal skills throughout.

• The nature of law and the English legal system

• Criminal law

• Tort law

• Human rights

Assessment is 100% exam and the end of Y13.

On all three exam papers there are a combination of multiple-choice questions, short answer and extended writing questions.

Each exam paper is 2 hours long and each account for 33% of the final grade.

• Paper 1 = Criminal law

• Paper 2 = Tort law

• Paper 3 = Human Rights

Each paper will require you to apply your knowledge and understanding to the nature of law and the English legal system.

5 GCSEs 9-4 (must include a 5 in English)

Studying A Level Law can lead to far more careers than just becoming a solicitor or barrister. It helps you develop skills such as critical thinking, analysing evidence, researching information, problem-solving, communication, and debating different viewpoints.

University Degrees Where A Level Law Is Helpful;

While not usually required, A Level Law provides a good foundation for:

Law (LLB)

Criminology

Politics

International Relations

Sociology

Business

Public Services

Legal Careers

Solicitor

Barrister

Legal Executive

Paralegal

Judge (with further qualifications and experience)

Legal Researcher

Court Clerk

Criminal Justice and Public Services

Police Officer

Detective

Probation Officer

Prison Officer

Crime Scene Investigator

Trading Standards Officer

Business and Finance

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Compliance Officer

Company Secretary

Risk Manager

Insurance Claims Handler

Banking and Financial Services roles

Government and Politics

Civil Servant

Local Government Officer

Policy Adviser

Politician

Diplomatic Service Officer

Education and Social Services

Teacher (particularly Law, Politics or Citizenship)

Social Worker

Careers Adviser

Youth Worker

Journalism and Media

Journalist

Investigative Reporter

Political Correspondent

Media Researcher