Law
A Level Law is a complete course in itself, designed for all students whether or not they intend to study the subject further. Law is fascinating and constantly changing, shaping and impacting our everyday lives. The skills gained are highly transferable and valued for further study, the workplace and life in general – all you need is a keen, active mind and the capacity for independent thinking. Study Law – learn about life!
Year 12
Students begin the Eduqas A Level Law course with Component 1: The Nature of Law and the English Legal System. This introduces how laws are made, how one person can bring a claim against another, what happens when bail is granted and the roles of different legal institutions.
Throughout the year students develop a foundational understanding of legal processes and key concepts. To support this, all Law students visit Newcastle Crown Court to observe trials in action and see the workings of a real court, helping to bring classroom learning to life.
Year 13
In Year 13 the focus moves to Components 2 and 3: Substantive Law in Practice and Perspectives of Substantive Law. These cover three core areas of law – Criminal Law, Tort Law and Contract Law. Each area is quite different but equally fascinating, and all three are commonly studied on Law degrees.
In the Component 2 exam, students are presented with scenarios and take on the role of a lawyer advising a client, applying the law to realistic situations. The Component 3 exam is essay based, assessing students’ skills of analysis and evaluation across the three areas of substantive law. Component 1 is examined by a 90-minute paper, while Components 2 and 3 are each assessed by a 135-minute exam, all taken at the end of Year 13.
Assessment Components
Component 1
Components 2 & 3
Assessment consists of one 90-minute exam on the nature of law and the English legal system, plus two 135-minute exams on Criminal Law, Tort Law and Contract Law. These papers test knowledge, application, problem-solving, analysis and evaluation.
Opportunities
Law is an A Level fully accepted by all universities for entry into any subject and provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of degree courses. It is particularly relevant for those interested in pursuing a career as a solicitor, barrister, legal executive or police officer.
The skills developed – research, critical thinking, logical argument, communication and independent study – are highly transferable and valued across many careers, not just within the legal profession.
Entrance Requirements
Essential Grade 5 in English.
Desirable History is a preferred GCSE.
Law (A-Level)
A Level Law is a complete course designed for all students, whether or not they intend to study Law further. It is a fascinating, constantly changing subject that shapes and impacts everyday life. The course develops highly transferable skills needed for further study, the workplace and life in general, including independent thinking, analysis and clear communication.
Year 12
Students study Component 1: The Nature of Law and the English Legal System. This covers how laws are made, how civil claims are brought, what happens when bail is granted and the workings of the courts and legal institutions. A visit to Newcastle Crown Court allows students to observe real trials and see the legal system in action.
Year 13
Students complete Components 2 and 3: Substantive Law in Practice and Perspectives of Substantive Law. These cover Criminal Law, Tort Law and Contract Law. In Component 2 students answer scenario-based questions, applying the law as if advising a client. In Component 3 they write essays analysing and evaluating the law in the three topics.
Assessment Components
Component 1 is assessed by a 90-minute written exam on the nature of law and the English legal system.
Components 2 and 3 are each assessed by a 135-minute written exam on Criminal Law, Tort Law and Contract Law, using both problem-based and essay questions.
Opportunities
Law is fully accepted by universities for entry to any subject and provides an excellent foundation for degrees in Law and related areas. It supports pathways into careers such as solicitor, barrister, legal executive and police officer, as well as many other roles where analytical and communication skills are important.
Entrance Requirements
Essential: Grade 5 in English.
Desirable: History is a preferred GCSE.