About the course
This course provides a strong academic foundation in the English legal system. You’ll learn how laws are created, interpreted and applied, while exploring key areas such as criminal law, negligence, and the relationship between law, morality and justice.
Through case studies and debate, you’ll examine how the courts operate, how legal professionals work within this system, and how legal principles shape decisions that affect society.
Key topics include:
- Law-making and the legal system
- The concept of liability
- Criminal law
- The law of tort
You will:
- Apply legal principles and present arguments through discussion and debate
- Develop your research, presentation and advocacy skills
- Analyse real cases and legal texts
- Explore current legal developments and reforms
- Visit local courts to observe the legal system in action
Progression
A Level Law complements subjects such as Economics, English, Sociology and Psychology. It is an ideal choice if you are planning to study Law or related disciplines at university.
The course builds reasoning, analytical and debating skills that are valuable for careers in law, the police, social work and public service.