Law

A Level Law provides an excellent introduction to the study of law. It allows students to learn about a fascinating subject, one which covers many aspects of life. Students of A Level Law will develop an understanding of law and how it works; learn more about society from a legal perspective; learn about the interaction between law and morals, justice and society; learn about different areas of law – criminal law, contract and tort; develop academic skills, including analysis and evaluation and be able to make an informed decision about future careers.

Details about the Law curriculum can be found below and if you need any further information please contact Ms Hoskins.

Exam Board

Eduqas/WJEC

Course Content

Component 1 – the Nature of Law and English Legal Systems

  • Parliamentary and European law making
  • Delegated legislation
  • Statutory interpretation
  • Judicial precedent
  • Civil court process
  • Criminal court process
  • Legal personnel
  • Access to justice and funding

Assessment:

1 hour 30 minutes written exam including short answer questions, scenario based question and 2 essays. This exam accounts for 25% of the A Level

Component 2 – Substantive Law in Practice

  • Criminal Law
  • Tort Law
  • Contract Law

Assessment:

2 hours 15 minutes written exam including 3 scenario based questions – one on each of the above topics. This exam accounts for 37.5% of the A Level

 

Component 3 – Perspectives of Substantive Law

  • Criminal Law
  • Tort Law
  • Contract Law

Assessment:

2 hours 15 minutes written exam including 3 essay questions – one on each of the above topics. This exam accounts for 37.5% of the A Level