AS/A2 Law
A Level
In Telford
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Telford
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Duration
2 Years
Students who have previously studied Law have gone on to degrees such as Law, Sociology, Business Studies and Criminology and to careers in related fields.
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Course programme
AS/A2 Law
The course is designed to enable you to:
Have an understanding of the structure, personnel and functions of the English Legal System
Analyse and solve problems by applying legal rules
Develop the ability to communicate legal arguments and conclusions clearly and succinctly
Have an understanding of the Criminal Law through an indepth study of the substantive law
Draw together and make connections between the Criminal Law and legal processes, legal issues and the development of law.
Is it for me?
You should have a genuine interest in the Law, enjoy reading and be able to express yourself both in the written form and in discussion groups. The course particularly suits those who like debating. Assessment is exam based.
What's involved?
Sources of Law
This module introduces you to the doctrine of precedent, Acts of Parliament, delegated legislation, statutory interpretation and European Union law. You will develop an understanding of legal method and reasoning and learn the techniques of logical thinking, and the skills necessary to analyse and solve problems by applying legal rules. English Legal System
This will help you to understand the courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, police powers, principles of sentencing, the judiciary, the legal profession, provision and funding of legal services, lay magistrates and juries. You will develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of law in society.
Criminal Law
This unit introduces you to the principles of criminal liability, homicide, attempted crimes, property offences, non-fatal offences against the person and general defences. You will solve problems by applying legal rules relating to these areas of law. You will develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of these laws in society.
Criminal Law Special Study
This will help you to understand the connections between duress, duress of circumstances and necessity (defences to crimes). You will extend your knowledge and skills through an in-depth study of these areas of the law.
Progression
Students who have previously studied Law have gone on to degrees such as Law, Sociology, Business Studies and Criminology and to careers in related fields.
AS/A2 Law