LAW AS/A2

LAW AS/A2
The law consists of a series of rules necessary for society to exist without breaking down into a state of anarchy. It is consistent to think of the law as consisting of both criminal and civil law. Criminal law attempts to prevent conducts that are regarded as socially harmful, and if carried out, deserves punishment (e.g. murder, manslaughter and rape). Civil law consists of a large number of separate legal rights and obligations which, if broken, allow individuals and businesses to sue one another in the civil courts, usually for compensation.

What will I be doing?
Year 1 - AS Level

Unit 1: Law Making & the Legal System

Unit 2: The Concept of Liability

Year 2 - A2 Level

Unit 3: Criminal Law

Unit 4: Criminal Law plus Concepts of Law.

How will I be assessed?
Each unit is assessed by an examination.

Where do I go from here?
Progression to university degrees in Law, Politics or related subjects.

Direct entry into employment in a variety of roles.

Course Duration
AS Level - 1 Year

AS & A2 Levels - 2 Years