Law
A Level Law provides an excellent introduction to the study of law. It allows students to learn about a fascinating subject, one which covers many aspects of life. Students of A Level Law will develop an understanding of law and how it works; learn more about society from a legal perspective; learn about the interaction between law and morals, justice and society; learn about different areas of law – criminal law, contract and tort; develop academic skills, including analysis and evaluation and be able to make an informed decision about future careers.
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Exam Board
Eduqas/WJEC
Course Content
Component 1 – the Nature of Law and English Legal Systems
- Parliamentary and European law making
- Delegated legislation
- Statutory interpretation
- Judicial precedent
- Civil court process
- Criminal court process
- Legal personnel
- Access to justice and funding
Assessment:
1 hour 30 minutes written exam including short answer questions, scenario based question and 2 essays. This exam accounts for 25% of the A Level
Component 2 – Substantive Law in Practice
- Criminal Law
- Tort Law
- Contract Law
Assessment:
2 hours 15 minutes written exam including 3 scenario based questions – one on each of the above topics. This exam accounts for 37.5% of the A Level
Component 3 – Perspectives of Substantive Law
- Criminal Law
- Tort Law
- Contract Law
Assessment:
2 hours 15 minutes written exam including 3 essay questions – one on each of the above topics. This exam accounts for 37.5% of the A Level
