Law
The A Level qualification in Law will lead you to develop a deep knowledge and understanding of the English legal system, the nature of law and both private and public law. It will also help you develop your understanding of legal method and reasoning through the study of statutory interpretation and judicial precedent. You will also develop an awareness of law in a European and global context. The course will enable you to know and understand the changing nature of law and the interaction between law, morals, justice and society.
You will also gain crucial skills in discussion, analysis and the ability to construct evaluative arguments and conclusions using legislation.
The OCR A Level content has been designed to inspire, nurture and develop you as a learner so that you foster an interest and enjoyment in law. A Level Law is designed to develop knowledge and skills for the further study of law, and related subjects, such as business.
Exam board: We study OCR A Level Law H418
Entry Requirements: As well as the standard Sixth Form requirements, you must also have Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language
Key Content:
Paper 1 – The legal system and criminal law
This component will assess: (2 hours – 80 marks total – 33% of the total A Level)
Section A: The legal system (20 marks)
Section B: Criminal law (60 marks)
Paper 2 – Law making and the law of tort
This component will assess: (2 hours – 80 marks total – 33% of the total A Level)
Section A: Law making (20 marks)
Section B: The law of tort (60 marks)
Paper 3 – The nature of law and the law of contract
This component will assess: (2 hours – 80 marks total – 33% of the total A Level)
Section A: The nature of law (20 marks)
Section B: The law of contract (60 marks)
What is the work like? As an example of the kind of work that you will cover during the A-Level course, please find the pre-A-Level material that we asked Year 11 to complete before starting their course with us in September.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
Ms Abercrombie will be happy to answer any questions that you might have. You are welcome to email her on jessica.abercrombie@twynhamschool.com
