Useful Information
Mode of Study: Full time
Level: Level 3
Duration: 2 Year
We offer a single option as part of our mix and match curriculum.
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Course Overview
This course looks at the way the law works, how law is made and the people involved in the law. In the first year you will study topics including: Dispute Solving, Understanding Law-making, Aspects of Legal Liability. In the second year, you will cover the following specialist units: Homicide and Police Powers and Tort Law.These six units provide a solid foundation in legal studies, preparing students for further education or for applying legal principles in their personal and professional lives.
This course equips learners with the skills to study, analyse, apply and evaluate legal issues, rules, and principles. They will learn to construct clear, coherent arguments and appreciate multiple on legal matters.
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Course Highlights
Law students benefit from a range of enriching experiences designed to provide practical insight into the legal system. Recent highlights include:
A visit to the Old Bailey to observe criminal justice in action
A trip to the Royal Courts of Justice, where students participated in a mock trial
A visit to local Magistrates’ Court, offering a closer look at the justice system in practice
A trip to Parliament, providing insights into the law-making process
Guest lectures by Solicitors, Barristers, and past students who are now legal professionals
A Humanities trip to the USA, visiting New York and Washington, D.C.
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
This qualification serves as a strong foundation for a variety of careers and higher education opportunities. Many students who complete the two-year course go on to Law at university. Recent graduates have progressed to universities such as Portsmouth, Winchester, Bournemouth, Kent, Sussex, and Surrey.
In addition to Law, students have successfully pursued degrees in related fields, including: Youth Justice,
Criminology
Business and
Social Work.
The skills and knowledge acquired during this course open doors to numerous career paths, including becoming a Legal Executive, entering the police force, working in the business or legal sectors, or even teaching.
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Assessment
This course is designed for students who are eager to learn about the law and legal system but prefer an alternative to traditional written examinations. Assessment is based on a variety of assignments, which may include interviews, creating documentaries, debates, presentations, letters, and report writing. Both group work and independent study are integral to the course.
The exam board for this BTEC is Pearson BTEC.
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Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs grade 9-4 and a satisfactory schoolreference. Including English Language at grade 5 and maths at grade 4 as a minimum.
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