Full Time A2 Law

Law
(Course code: AS A00300 / A2 A00400)

Course length:
AS One year / A2 One additional year

Qualification:
Advanced Level GCEs (AS/A2)

Description of course:
As it is an academic subject, law requires good reading and essay writing skills which will be developed further. The AS course covers how the English Legal System works, for example police powers, sentencing and court structure. The A2 course covers criminal law, including homicide, offences against the person and defences.

Method of assessment:
AS: Examination only A2: Examination only

Progression opportunities and careers:
Progression opportunities include moving on to Higher Education to pursue a law or non-law degree. Potential careers include solicitor, barrister, police or prison officer, journalist or human resources. Law A level equips students for any career where clear and precise thought and application is required.

Entry requirements:
Year 1 To study for 3 AS levels a minimum of 5 GCSEs A* - C inclusive of minimum grades are required. To study for 4 AS levels a minimum of 6 GCSEs A* - C inclusive of minimum grades are required. To study for 5 AS levels a minimum of 7 GCSEs A* - C inclusive of minimum grades are required. Year 2 To progress to A2 you are required to pass the AS level in the subject you wish to progress in.

Specific entry requirements:
GCSE English at grade C or above.

Advanced Level GCE courses are very different from GCSEs. Students need to be prepared to demonstrate intellectual curiosity and willingness to work. The number of students, and the wide range of schools they come from to study at Advanced Level GCE, ensures stimulating work and discussion groups.

*A minimum of 3 subjects need to be chosen for this full time programme.*

Tips for choosing your Advanced Level GCE subjects

Choose subjects that you enjoy and are good at. Your choice should reflect what you want to do afterwards. All AS GCEs and A GCEs listed are offered on a grid to allow for the mixing of the most popular combinations of subjects. You may discuss your selection at interview or request a careers interview.

Additional qualifications studied:
All full time students will undertake a combination of additional qualifications that will enhance their study skills and those skills that will be important in employment.