Law A' Level (Full AS + A2) Course

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Course OverviewA distance learning course is the ideal way to gain an A Law (Full AS + A2) Course. Whether you're looking to go on to further education, improve your job prospects or expand your knowledge, distance learning A Level Law is a flexible and convenient course, which allows you to comprehensively prepare for the A Level Law exam through home study. What's more, because the distance learning A Level Law course is a fully comprehensive course, no prior knowledge is required.  Law is both a fascinating and challenging subject. It affects every aspect of our daily lives. It is an ideal subject for someone with a logical mind, who likes research and attention to detail. AS/A2 Law generally is a very popular subject with both sixth form students who may be considering a career in law and also with more mature students who want to find out more about this intriguing subject.This course is specifically written for the GCE Law (AQA) 2160. The new format of the examinations will come into force in January 2009 for AS level and 2010 for A2. At AS level there are two units for the course and a further two units for A2 specification. The AS examination may be taken as a stand alone qualification or followed by A2 to constitute a complete A Level.Challenges in learning LawLaw can be a challenging subject, it has its own terminology which has to be learned and new terminology is explained in a clear and logical manner throughout the course with appropriate references to the text book.Also, learning case law can be challenging. Case law consists of cases previously decided in courts of Law. It is important that the facts of these cases are learned as they will have to be known for examinations. It is better to learn these as the course progresses.

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Course Structure

The A Level Critical Thinking (Full AS + A2) course is divided in to four comprehensive units

UNIT 1 - Section A

1.Introduction to law – considers what Law is, different types of law and how to study law

Assignment A

2.Parliamentary law making – looking at Acts of Parliament

3.Delegated legislation

4.Statutory interpretation – the wording of Acts of Parliament

Assignment B

5.Judicial precedent – considering how judges make law in Courts

Assignment C

Section B

6.The Civil Courts and other forms of dispute Resolution – how an action is brought in County Court

7.Criminal Courts and Lay people – looking at Magistrates and Juries

Assignment D

8.Legal profession and other sources f advice and funding. The Judiciary – considering training of solicitors, barristers and judges.

Assignment E

UNIT 2 - Section A

1.Criminal Liability – Actus Reus, mens rea and intention – what constitutes a crime?

2.Common Assault, Assault and battery, Offences against the person and strict liability

Assignment F

3.The Criminal Courts: – Magistrates Court and Crown Court, types of offences

4.Trial procedure, bail, the plea. Outline of evidence, burden of proof

5.Sentencing aims – what is the purpose of sanctions and imprisonment in criminal matters?

Assignment G

Section B

6.Introduction to Tort –negligence, duty of care, breach of duty and damages

Assignment H

7.The Civil Courts, trial procedure. The three track procedures, Alternative Dispute resolution, evidential issues

Assignment I

Section C

8.An introduction to Law of contract – formation and breach of Contract – looking at contracts which are made everyday.

Assignment J

UNIT 3

Section A: Criminal Law

1.Murder - the mens rea and actus reus – mental intent and physical act of committing the crime

2.Voluntary Manslaughter, Involuntary manslaughter looking at these crimes

Assignment 1 – Tutor Marked Assignment

3.Non-fatal offences against the person

Assignment 2 - Tutor Marked Assignment

4.Defences for all the above offences.

5.Evaluation of offences

Assignment 3 - Tutor Marked Assignment

Section B: Contract Law

1.Formation of a valid contract, offer, acceptance consideration

2.Contract Terms - the difference between warranties and conditions

Assignment 4 - Tutor Marked Assignment

3.Vitiating Factors – and misrepresentation

4.Other matters affecting enforceability of contract.

5.Introduction to consumer law

Assignment 5 - Tutor Marked Assignment

6.Discharge of contract – how a contract comes to an end.

7.Remedies - if there is a breach of contract, what compensation can be obtained. Evaluation of contracts

Assignment 6 - Tutor Marked Assignment

Unit 4

Section A: Criminal Law – offences against property

1.Theft and robbery, looking at the Theft Act 1968 and subsequent legislation

2.Burglary, Blackmail – looking at the elements of these crimes.

3.Fraud

Assignment 7 - Tutor Marked Assignment

4.Making off without payment – evasion of paying a restaurant bill, or taxi fare!

5.Criminal damage- damage caused to someone else’s property.

6.Defences – when these can be pleaded – looking at cases.

Assignment 8 - Tutor Marked Assignment

Section B: Law of Tort

7.Negligence, duty of care, breach of duty and damages

8.Occupiers liability – every property owner has a duty to keep premises safe

Assignment 9 - Tutor Marked Assignment

9.Nuisance and escape of dangerous things – the case of Rylands v Fletcher

10.Vicarious liability – the liability of an employer for actions committed by an employee.

11.Defences to torts- contributory negligence

12.Remedies in the Courts – how damages are assessed

Assignment 10 - Tutor Marked Assignment

Section C: Concepts of Law

13.Law and Morals - Is there an overlap?

14.Law and Justice

Assignment 11- Tutor Marked Assignment

15.Judicial Creativity – can judges choose which court precedents to follow

16.Fault –criminal and civil liability

17.Balancing conflicting interests.

Assignment 12 - Tutor Marked Assignment

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Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore the registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you. The enrolment fee for the A Level Law (Full AS + A2) home study course is £456.25, though for a limited...

Law A' Level (Full AS + A2) Course

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