Stockton Riverside College :: SRC Bede Sixth Form :: Courses

Law

Introduction

Law will give you a basic understanding of how the English legal system works. It will help develop the skills necessary to analyse and solve problems by applying legal rules and also to develop the ability to communicate legal arguments clearly and succinctly.

Course Content

AS: is divided into two units examining the English Legal System and Sources of Law concentrating on: the courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, police powers, principles of sentencing, the judiciary, the legal profession, the provision and funding of legal services, lay magistrates, juries, judicial precedent, Acts of Parliament, delegated legislation, statutory interpretation and European Union Law .

A2: also has, two units of study covering the Law of Contract. In particular: formation of a contract, contents of a contract, vitiating factors: misrepresentation, mistake, restraint of trade clauses, duress, undue influence and discharge of contracts.

Assessment

Each unit of the course is tested in a separate written examination.

Subject Entry Guidelines

No previous law experience is required but GCSE grade C or above in English Language is preferred.

Career Opportunities

Legal career, teaching, civil service, local government, business and politics.

Awarding Body: OCR

AS: 1 year – A Level: 2 years

How to Apply?

You can apply online using our Online Application Form.
Alternatively, you can call 01642 808285 for all enquiries.

Please note that the contents published in this course guide are correct at the time of publication.
The college reserves the right to make changes or withdraw courses.