Law

KS 5
About the course
A Level Law is a wonderful subject that helps develop and sustain students’ enjoyment of, and interest in, law. Students develop the techniques of logical thinking and the skills necessary to analyse and solve problems in selected areas of law such as murder by applying legal rules to problem scenarios. In addition, students will develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of law in society.

What they will learn

• Unit 1: Law Making and the Legal System
• Unit 2: The Concept of Liability in both criminal and civil law
• Unit 3: Criminal Law; fatal offences and non-fatal offences against the Person
• Unit 4: Tort and Concepts of Law.

How it will be assessed 100% exam
Two exams to be taken in your AS year (unit 1 and 2.)
Two exams to be taken in your A2 year (unit 3 and 4.)

Exam board
AQA

Future Career Paths in subject
Education
A Level Law could enhance your chances of being accepted into university, either to take a Law degree, a Social Science or Business degree, or any other course of study. Whether you want a career in law, or in other areas like education, human resources, finance or business, this is a valuable course to take.

Employment
Many students taking this course want to pursue a career in the legal profession, politics or business, however if this is not for you, A Level law is a valuable qualification to have on your CV. Law helps you to think in a very logical way by breaking down a problem into its component parts. In many managerial positions, a basic understanding of law is a distinct advantage.

Head of Department:
Mrs Nedjdet

Email:
nedjdetm@cfbs.islington.sch.uk