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Law

What is A-Level Law?

The study of Law involves understanding the systems in place and the personnel involved in making the rules and regulations, which guide the conduct and behaviour of society. On the law A-Level course you will learn about the different types of Law from Criminal Law to Civil Law, the differences between them and the types of punishments that you can receive for breaking the law.

What Will You Study in A-Level Law?

Elements of criminal liability
Non-fatal offences (assault, battery, ABH and GBH)
Fatal offences (murder, voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter)
Property offences (theft, robbery)
Attempts
General defences in criminal law
Law making
The legal system
Liability in negligence for personal injury, psychiatric injury, economic loss and damage to property
Private nuisance and the escape of dangerous things
Vicarious liability
Defences in tort
Remedies in tort
Requirements of a contract
Contract terms
Vitiating factors
Discharge of a contract
Remedies in contract law

What Next After Completing A-Level Law?

When combined with other written subjects, Law enables students to progress to University to read Law and with further qualifications, become a Barrister or Solicitor. Many of our students have progressed to prestigious institutions, including Oxford, Cambridge, Durham, Manchester, London School of Economics, Lancaster and Leeds. It is also possible to complete A-Level Law and go straight into work and apprenticeships, often in Law-related fields.

What is the Exam Board for A-Level Law?

AQA

What are the Entry Requirements for A-Level Law?

At least five 5s at GCSE, including at least a 6 in English Language or English Literature.

Have you considered studying a Mixed Programme (A-Levels and BTECs)? Whether you’re on target to achieve five 5s in your GCSEs or not, there may still be an option to study A-Levels alongside a BTEC qualification at Newman.

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