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A Level • Level 3

Type of LearningSchool Leaver

Course CodeA0597

Study ModeFull Time

Duration2 years

CostQuestion tooltip iconFree

Awarded ByOCR

Location ByBurnley College

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About the course

This A Level Law course provides you with an essential introduction to the English Legal System and is a solid foundation with which to pursue a successful career in the legal profession. Skills gained will include an understanding of legal method and reasoning as used by lawyers and the judiciary. Key topics for analysis include Juries, Magistrates, Barristers, Solicitors, the Powers of the Police, Bail and Sentencing. You will also examine the origins of the law, such as acts of parliament, Case Law and Delegated Legislation. Knowledge of the law in England will be developed and the interaction between law, morals, justice, society and technology.

Type of LearningSchool Leaver

Course CodeA0597

Study ModeFull Time

Duration2 years

CostQuestion tooltip iconFree

Awarded ByOCR

Location ByBurnley College

Start Date/s

02/09/2024, 02/09/2024, 02/09/2024, 02/09/2024

Entry Requirements

At least five GCSEs at grade 5 or above in a good range of subjects, including both English and Mathematics. There are no additional entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

This course is assessed in the following way: 100% external examination

Careers & Progression

On successful completion of this course you may decide to progress onto an Apprenticeship or a Higher/Degree Apprenticeship. You will also have the opportunity to progress onto Degree courses. Careers that this course may lead to include Barrister, Solicitor, Teacher, Lawyer, Business.

Additional Details

Extra curricular activities

There are plenty of activities and visits to take part in that will help you achieve your ambitions. Past visits have included: Visits to the Magistrates and Crown Courts, Visits to the BPP Law School in Manchester Residential visit to New York You will also benefit from a wide range of guest speakers to enrich the curriculum.

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