Course may be subject to change.
If you are interested in studying A Levels at New College Durham please just complete one application form and you will be able to choose your subjects once you have had your interview. You do not need to apply for each of the subjects you are interested.
Society is governed by rules and this subject will provide you with an understanding of the English legal system with reference to aspects of common law and legal reasoning.
We focus primarily on criminal law, contact law and human rights.
You will acquire the following skills - legal method and reasoning, logical thinking, critical analysis, problem solving by applying legal rules, the ability to communicate legal arguments and conclusions with reference to appropriate legal authority, critical awareness of the changing nature of law in society, and criminal law.
Entry Criteria
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language grade 5 or over, and maths grade 4 or over
What are the next steps?
You will meet with a course tutor; please bring a copy of your GCSE grades or predicted GCSE grades.
Study Aims
This programme enables learners to develop an understanding of both public and private law within the law of Wales and England, and develop skills, which will prepare them for further undergraduate study and future careers. The specification enables learners to develop their ability to analyse both legal rules and principles and factual issues. It enables learners to construct persuasive legal arguments and to evaluate the strength of such arguments. It also enables learners to develop the ability to think critically about the role of law in society.
Modules Studied
You will study the following units in year 1:
- Law making
- Interpretation of the law
- Judicial Precedent
- Civil process
- Criminal process
- Legal personnel
- Contract law.
In year 2, you will compete the following units:
- Human rights issues such as police powers, defamation and contempt of court - Criminal law such as murder, defences to murder and non fatal offences - Contact law including consumer rights.
Teaching and Assessment
You will be taught by lecturers who are specialists in their subjects.
Teaching is classroom based and involves group work and individual work. Independent study is essential outside of the classroom and frequent homework will be given.
You will sit monthly in-class assessment for which you will receive extensive feedback, as well as other assessments throughout the academic year, which will help you track your progress.
Terminal exams will be in May/June.
This A-Level, in combination with other subjects, could enable you to apply for degree course in most subjects.
