I really enjoyed studying A level Law, my tutor was so supportive and guided me every step of the way.
There are lots of extra-curricular activities to get stuck into and it’s really inspired me to pursue a Law degree after I leave Carmel.
Entry Requirements
Grade 5 in GCSE English Language
Exam Board Specification
Course Leaflet
What you will study
- The English legal system looking at how law is made, who can make law and how judges interpret statutes.
- The role of legal personnel including barristers and solicitors as well as the role lay people have in the law (i.e. juries and magistrates).
- The theory and application of criminal law looking at the fatal, non-fatal and property offences as well as capacity and necessity defences.
- Tort law studying liability in negligence for injury to people and damage to property, occupiers’ liability, vicarious liability and you will consider any defences.
- The law of contract.
Assessments
Three examinations at the end of year two on:
- Criminal Law
- Tort Law
- Contract Law
Each paper includes a section on the English legal system. Students need good analytical skills and the ability to write detailed essays.
Course Support
- A range of support materials to simplify difficult concepts and extend your learning
- Regular tutorials
- A Law department VLE site
- Regular assessments and feedback
- ‘Stretch and Challenge’ activities for our more able learners.
Enrichment Activities
- Trips in the UK and abroad including London and New York
- Annual Mock Trial Competition at Manchester Crown Court
- University links and talks from visiting speakers
- Student led Law Society
Progression
Law develops the ability to substantiate arguments with an enquiring and critical mind. This provides an excellent background for university and careers not only in law, but also in journalism, local and central government, public relations, teaching, and a range of management and business areas. Over half of our students go on to study for a degree in Law. Many of them study Law at the top universities including Oxford, Cambridge and Durham.
Career Opportunities
Law at Carmel provides an excellent background for careers not only in law, but also in journalism, local and central government, public relations, teaching, and a range of management and business areas.
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What Our Students Say
Studying A-Level Law has not only enriched my knowledge of the law but also of the society that we live in. It has helped me to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the world around me.
The staff in the Law department have been with me every step of the way to support me in this. The help I have received from my Law tutor is unmatched, from guiding me in lessons to my university application and helping me with my personal statement and mock interviews.
I am so thankful for all the support I have received and know that I could not have achieved what I have without it.
Studying A level Law at Carmel College has allowed me to delve into the English judicial system at depth.
My idea of justice and how I view fault and morality has been greatly altered by exploring the three topics of Criminal, Tort and Contract law. In these topics, it has been necessary to keep up to date with the relevant legislation and court cases that shape the legal system.
In addition to learning in a classroom, I was given the opportunity to explore my love for law by going to London with the department, visiting the Supreme Court and Westminster.
In A level Law the support is exceptional, all teachers are happy to help with any questions along with anything you’re struggling to grasp within the lesson. Not only is the traditional university route praised but the apprenticeship route is encouraged as well, which was helpful for me as someone who didn’t want to approach Law through the traditional path.
With Law we were given the opportunity to go to New York in order to enhance our learning within the course: Along with this there was also opportunities to take part in extra tutorial sessions in order to increase confidence ahead of exams.
Studying A Level Law has massively helped to develop my essay writing and critical thinking skills, placing me in good stead for university.
Entry Requirements
Grade 5 in GCSE English Language