Course Overview
This course can either be studied at Wakefield College or Selby College.
This subject will develop a comprehensive understanding of the role of Law in today’s society, alongside an awareness of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and how this applies to their lives.
You will learn where the law comes from: parliamentary law making, delegated legislation and European Union Law. The way in which judges make law will be investigated as will the structure and role of the Courts. An understanding of substantive law will include the study and application of Criminal Law such as Murder, manslaughter, Theft and many more. Tort Law (Civil) and the Law of Contract.
Studying English Literature and History alongside law would be regarded as a preferable combination by many universities (especially Russell Group) to study law.
What You Will Study
You will study:
- The Nature of Law and the English Legal System
- Criminal Law
- Tort Law
- Law of Contract
During the course you will develop transferable and higher-order skills that are highly regarded by both Higher Education providers and employers.
- How You Will Be Assessed
Your progress will be assessed through completion of regular written work. There will be a mock exam period at the end of the Autumn Term and at the end of the first year. There is no coursework element for this qualification. A full revision programme will be provided in the second term that will run up until the summer examinations. There will be three written examinations at the end of your final year.
- Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English Language and Maths.
PLUS
Grade 5 in English Language OR Literature.
- Further Study
Law develops valuable skills in analysis, reasoning and evaluation which gives a firm basis for all kinds of undergraduate study at university. This may include a Law degree or a range of other courses requiring similar skills.
