Course information
Law
Edgbarrow School - Bracknell Forest
01344772658
Grant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ
Course summary

A-Level Law provides an introduction to law, it allows students to learn about a fascinating subject, one which covers many aspects of life. Students will learn about the legal system, law-making, the nature of law, criminal law, the law of tort and human rights law or the law of contract. Law students develop a range of skills including the application of legal rules and principles to present an argument, analysis and evaluation of the law, legal issues and concepts.

Entry requirements

To study A-Level courses, a student must secure five Grade 5s at GCSE (or vocational course Distinctions), including either English or Maths. To study a specific A-Level course, a student must secure at least a Grade 6 in that subject (or a similar specified subject/s). Please see individual course requirements.

How you'll be assessed

Component one - a third of qualification: The legal system and criminal justice, students develop knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice system, civil justice system including relevant legal personnel and legal funding. Component two - a third of qualification: Substantive Law in Practice, students focus on three areas of law and how these are applied; contract law, criminal law and human rights law Component three - a third of qualification: Perspectives of Substantive Law, students learn to analyse and evaluate legal issues by identifying different perspectives, constructing clear, persuasive and logical legal arguments.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBracknell Forest
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressGrant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ