The Course - King Solomon High School

The Course:A Level Law includes learning about the following issues:How did our legal system develop?How does Parliament make laws?How does the court system work?How do you sue someone?What happens at a criminal trial in the Crown Court?How does the jury system work?What do solicitors, barristers, judges and magistrates do?When can the police stop, search and arrest you?How long can you be detained in police custody?What are your rights in the police station?What is the Human Rights Act 1988?How does the European Union affect the U.K?What is the difference between murder and manslaughter? When can a defenceof provocation be a defence to a charge of murder?What are assault, a.b.h. and g.b.h?When can a defence in law be used, such as self-defence, insanity and intoxication?What sentences can the courts impose?In addition to studying these issues in class, you will visit courts and a policestation.Who teaches the course?Law is taught by Mrs S. Napper (who practised as a lawyer)ResultsAchievement at A Level is generally very high. Most students achieve gradeswell above their target grades.Preferred Entry Criteria:There are no specific GCSE subject requirements. However, you should beinterested in Law and how it affects everybody’s life.Law is examined by the WJEC Board. In year 12 you will take two moduleson the English Legal System and in year 13 you will take two modules inCriminal Law and Justice.Students with A level Law have access to a wide range of career and highereducation possibilities. If you are interested in a career in law, such as a barristeror solicitor, A Level Law will give you an insight into what Law is about. Apartfrom careers in the legal profession, Law is useful for many other careers suchas accountancy, management, business, banking, the media, court and policework.In any event, by studying Law, you will learn the following skills:To develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of society;To develop knowledge and understanding of selected areas of Law in society;To develop the techniques of logical thinking and the skills necessary to analyseand solve problems by applying legal rulesTo develop the ability to communicate legal arguments and conclusions withreference to appropriate legal authority;To gain a sound basis for further study and where appropriate improve yourown learning and performance.LAW