--- title: "Law" url: "https://www.st-wilfrids.org/courses/a-level-or-btec/law" school: "St. Wilfrid's R.C. College, South Shields" --- # Law A-Level # 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! ![Law A-Level](https://www.st-wilfrids.org/images/sixthcourses/24.png) ## 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 examination, 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 examination 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 examination**, all taken at the end of Year 13. ## Assessment Components ### Component 1: The Nature of Law and the English Legal System Assessment Written examination Duration 90 minutes Focus Nature of Law and the English Legal System ### Component 2: Substantive Law in Practice Assessment Written examination Duration 2 hours 15 minutes Focus Scenario-based legal problem solving ### Component 3: Perspectives of Substantive Law Assessment Written examination Duration 2 hours 15 minutes Focus Essay-based analysis and evaluation Assessment consists of one 90-minute examination on the nature of law and the English legal system, plus two 135-minute examinations covering 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 universities for entry into a wide range of subjects and provides an excellent foundation for many 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 through Law, including 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. [← Back to Courses ](https://www.st-wilfrids.org/sixth-form/6thformcourses) 🖨 Print as PDF # 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 and constantly changing subject that shapes everyday life. Students develop transferable skills in independent thinking, research, analysis, communication and logical argument. ## 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 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. Students develop their ability to apply legal principles to realistic scenarios and to analyse and evaluate the law through extended written arguments. ## Assessment Components **Component 1: The Nature of Law and the English Legal System.** Written examination, 90 minutes. **Component 2: Substantive Law in Practice.** Scenario-based written examination, 2 hours 15 minutes. **Component 3: Perspectives of Substantive Law.** Essay-based written examination, 2 hours 15 minutes. ## Opportunities Law supports progression to a wide range of university degree courses and careers. It is particularly relevant to students considering becoming solicitors, barristers, legal executives or police officers. 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