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A Level Law

Study A Level Law from home and earn up to 56 UCAS points. We have a 97% pass rate ** with our A Levels!

Course duration

Up to two years.

Course outcome

A Level Law qualification from AQA.

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Three written exams.

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Course overview

• Gain an official A Level Law qualification from AQA.
• Achieve up to 56 UCAS points to help you land your dream place at university.
• Nationally recognised accredited A Level qualification that is the same course offered in schools and colleges.
• No waiting around for term to start, you can enrol today and start studying as soon as you are ready.
• Study this online A Level from home at your own pace.
• Benefit from the full support of your personal tutor via email.
• Choose to include exams and save up to £400* .

Would you love to learn more about the legal system? This A Level Law course will allow you to explore the difference between types of criminal offences, how laws are made, how the legal system are structured, and the theory behind tort law. You’ll also choose between two optional units depending on what interests you the most.

Depending on the career you aspire to, the A Levels we recommend that you study alongside this course are A Level Politics , A Level Philosophy , and A Level Sociology .

A Level Law via distance learning

This A Level Law course is exactly the same as an A Level you would study at school or college, meaning you will take the same exams and get the same qualification. The only difference is that our courses are designed to be studied from home at your own pace, and you will receive full tutor support via email.

Course content

Qualification code: 7162

There are five units within this course. Units one, two, and three are mandatory, and you can then choose whether to study units four or five.

Unit 1 (mandatory) - The nature of law and English legal system

• Nature of law
• Nature of law: law and society
• Nature of law: law and morality
• Nature of law: law and justice
• The rule of law
• Law making: delegated legislation
• Law making: statutory interpretation
• Law making: judicial present
• Law making: law reform
• Law making: the European Union
• The legal system: the civil courts and other forms of dispute resolution
• The legal system: the criminal courts and lay people
• The legal system: legal personnel and the judiciary
• The legal system: access to justice and funding

Unit 2 (mandatory) - Criminal law

• The rules of criminal law
• Theory in criminal law
• General elements of liability
• Fatal offences against the person
• Non-fatal offences against the person
• Property offences
• Preliminary offence
• Defences: Capacity defences
• Defences: Necessity defences

Unit 3 (mandatory) - Tort

• The rules of tort law
• Theory of tort law
• Liability in negligence for physical injury to people and damage to property
• Liability in negligence for economic loss and psychiatric injury
• Occupiers' liability
• Nuisance and the escape of dangerous things
• Vicarious liability

Unit 4 (optional) - Law of contract

• The rules of contract law
• Theory of contract law
• Essential requirements of contract
• Contract terms: general
• Contract terms: specific terms implied by statute law in relation to consumer contracts
• Contract terms: exclusion clauses
• Vitiating factors
• Discharge of a contract

Unit 5 (optional) - Human rights

• Rules in human rights law
• Theory in human rights
• Human rights in international law
• Human rights in the United Kingdom prior to the Human Rights Act 1998
• The European Convention on human rights 1953: article 2
• The European Convention on human rights 1953: article 5
• The European Convention on human rights 1953: article 8
• The European Convention on human rights 1953: article 10
• The European Convention on human rights 1953: article 11
• Restrictions
• Enforcement
• Human rights and English law

Exam details

Paper 1: the nature of law and the english legal system (25%) & criminal law (75%).

• Type: written examination
• Duration: two hours
• Weighting: 33% of A Level
• Total marks: 100 marks
• Assessment format: a combination of multiple-choice, short answer, and extended writing questions

Paper 2: the nature of law and the English legal system (25%) & tort law (75%)

• Total marks: 100

Paper 3: the nature of law and the English legal system (25%) & your optional unit (75%)

Extra information.

You will have two years to complete your A Level Law course.

The only deadlines involved in studying this course are concerning the A Level exam timetables. Please see the exams and assessments section for more information on this.

Exams and assessments

To achieve your A Level Law qualification, you must complete the exams. There are three written exams for this course which will cover the topics studied on this course. A breakdown of the exam papers can be found in the following section.

When you enrol on your course, you will have the option to add your exams to your enrolment, or you can select the course-only option.

Choosing to add the exams package

If you choose to add your exams to your enrolment, all you need to do is contact us when you are ready to sit your exams, we will book and pay for them on your behalf. Please note that the A Level exam timetable typically takes place during May and June each year. You are advised to contact us well in advance of when you intend to sit your exams so that we can confirm your place with the exam board – cut-off dates apply.

Please note, our A Level exam centre locations for this course are as follows:

• St Neots, Cambridgeshire
• High Wycombe

The course-only option

If you do not add your exams to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams yourself. If you select this option, you must source and liaise with your chosen exam centre in order to book your exams, Open Study College will not be able to book your exams for you. In this instance, you are advised to contact AQA exam centres well in advance of their intended exam dates, as cut-off dates sometimes change.

Study method

This course will be studied entirely via distance learning, meaning you will complete your learning either from home or a place that suits you. Full tutor support will be available via email, so if you have any questions or need some guidance, your tutor will be here to help. Your course materials will include a series of self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked questions to allow both yourself and your tutor to monitor your progress.

The study method you choose depends on your personal learning style. Your options are:

• Study pack: if you choose the study pack option, you will be sent a set of printed course materials.
• Study online: if you choose this option, you will be sent your login details to our online portal through which you will access your course materials digitally. You can access your course via a desktop/laptop computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Upon successful completion of your exams, you will be awarded an A Level Law qualification issued by AQA . You will also receive UCAS points relevant to the grade you achieved to support your university application.

Degrees this subject could lead to

Students who complete this course could go to study law at university, as well as other degrees such as business, politics, criminology, or sociology.

Future career options

Beyond university, not only will the skills and knowledge gained during your A Level Law studies be useful in a career as a solicitor, legal secretary, or barrister, but also in areas including law enforcement, business, public services, and human resources.

The final grade you achieve in your A Level will be translated into UCAS points. Based on your grade, you will be awarded up to 56 points per A Level which can then be added together to reach the UCAS points you need to be accepted by your chosen university.

To help you achieve the best possible grade from home, we recommend that you complete the tutor-marked assessments included in your course materials. These are designed to provide you with detailed feedback to help you fine-tune your technique before you sit your exam. Completing your tutor-marked assessments will also help your tutor to provide you with a predicted grade if this is required for your UCAS application.

Download our A Level prospectus

To find out more about Open Study College, the A Levels we offer and how they work, download our  A Level prospectus .

Is this A Level the same qualification as an A Level I would achieve at a school or college?

Yes, you will study the same course, take the same exams and get the same qualification. The only difference is that our courses are designed to be studied from home at your own pace, and you will receive full tutor support via email.

What previous knowledge do I need to enrol onto an A Level course?

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course.

Do I have to sit an exam?

Yes, in order to achieve your A Level qualification, you must complete the exams required by the course’s exam board. A Level exams take place during the summer exam period which typically falls in May and June each year.

You can choose to add your exams to your enrolment with us, in which case we will book and pay for your exams for you when you are ready. Alternatively, if you choose the course-only option, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams which can be done directly with your local exam centre.

Please note: if you add on exams, you will need to sit them at one of the following examination centres:

Are there any additional costs?

If you select the course-only option when enrolling on your A Level, you will need to book directly with the exam centre and pay for your exams yourself. We highly recommend researching your options before enrolling as costs can vary between centres. However, if you choose to add the exams package to your enrolment, we will take care of booking and paying for your exams for you when you are ready.

You may want to purchase textbooks to supplement your course, but this is entirely optional.

What if I live outside the UK?

You are still able to study our A Level courses abroad, however, you must sit your exams within the UK at an official exam centre.

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Learner Services Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you're 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on 03300 563 100 and they'll do their best to help.

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A-level Law 7162

A-level Law Specification Specification for first teaching in 2017

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1.0 Introduction

1.1 why choose aqa for a-level law.

Studying Law gives students an understanding of the role of Law in today's society and raises their awareness of the rights and responsibilities of individuals.

By learning about legal rules and how and why they apply to real life, students also develop their analytical ability, decision making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. All these skills are highly sought after by higher education and employers.

We’re confident that you and your students will enjoy this specification. We created it with help from teachers and subject experts and we’ve kept the content that you and your students enjoy. We’ve included some new case studies and theories to keep content fresh, relevant and engaging.

Topics are clearly structured and include:

• The nature of law and the English legal system
• Private law
• Legal skills

Clear, well-structured exams, accessible for all

To enable your students to show their breadth of knowledge and understanding of legal issues, we’ve created a simple and straightforward structure and layout for our papers, using a mixture of question types including multiple choice, short answer and extended response questions. Assessment remains 100% exam-based.

You can find out about all our Law qualifications at aqa.org.uk/law

1.2 Support and resources to help you teach

We’ve worked with experienced teachers to provide you with a range of resources that will help you confidently plan, teach and prepare for exams.

1.2.1 Teaching resources

Visit aqa.org.uk/7162 to see all our teaching resources. They include:

• specimen assessment materials that will give your students a clear idea what to expect in the exams
• flexible schemes of work to help you plan for course delivery in your own way
• a student textbook from an AQA approved publisher
• training courses to help you deliver AQA Law qualifications
• subject expertise courses for all teachers, from newly qualified teachers who are just getting started to experienced teachers looking for fresh inspiration.

1.2.2 Preparing for exams

Visit aqa.org.uk/7162 for everything you need to prepare for our exams, including:

• past papers, mark schemes and examiner reports
• Exampro: a searchable bank of past AQA exam questions
• example student answers with examiner commentaries.

1.2.3 Analyse your students' results with Enhanced Results Analysis (ERA)

Find out which questions were the most challenging, how the results compare to previous years and where your students need to improve. ERA, our free online results analysis tool, will help you see where to focus your teaching. Register at aqa.org.uk/era

For information about results, including maintaining standards over time, grade boundaries and our post-results services, visit aqa.org.uk/results

1.2.4 Keep your skills up-to-date with professional development

Time in the classroom is precious, but we understand that as your career develops, the skills and knowledge you need may change. As well as subject-specific training, we offer a range of courses to help boost your skills.

• Feedback sessions to understand how students have performed in this year’s exams.
• Virtual communities where you can chat to teachers in your subject area about what’s important to you.

This is just the start. Our events calendar is full of different ways for you to learn, understand and be inspired. Find out more at aqa.org.uk/professional-development .

1.2.5 Help and support

Visit our website for information, guidance, support and resources at aqa.org.uk/7162

If you'd like us to share news and information about this qualification, sign up for emails and updates at aqa.org.uk/from-2017

Alternatively, you can call or email our subject team direct.

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A-level Law

Find out more about the hugely complex and compelling world of the legal system, our home study A-level Law should be a perfect foundation on which to build your knowledge. Delve into government policies, structure and principles. On this course you will become well-versed in law, learning about lesser-known legalities and how they come to pass.

Course Introduction

Explore all the A-levels Oxbridge have to offer – s tudy anywhere at a pace suitable for you. Can you see yourself becoming a barrister presiding over a jury, fighting for your client’s innocence? Perhaps you’d prefer to be on the opposing side, ensuring the suspect is prosecuted and justice is done?

Whether or not your future lies in the courtroom, studying law is a fantastic choice; not only will you gain a deep understanding of the principles and values that underpin English society, you’ll gain a range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, attention to detail, analysis, research and problem-solving.

Do you want to know the crucial difference s between civil court and magistrates court ? O r you are fascinated by obscure laws and why they exist ?   If so, this course is ideal for you. Not only will you be gaining an admired qualification, but you will also become more self-aware of what constitutes as legal and illegal.    

Course Info

Awarding body: edexcel.

Edexcel is the UK’s largest awarding organisation offering academic and vocational qualifications in schools, colleges and workplaces in the UK and abroad. Edexcel is a multinational education and examination body covering A-Level Courses and GCSE Courses .

This course carries UCAS points . This means that it can be used to gain direct access to university courses and other higher education qualifications, through the UCAS system.

What you will learn

Below is an outline of the course material you will study:

Unit 1: Underlying principles of Law: Sources of Law

• Nature, purpose and liability in Law
• Criminal Law
• Concept of Legal Personality
• Parliament and the Legislative Process
• The Rules of Statutory Interpretation
• Delegated Legislation
• The Common Law

Unit 2: Underlying principles of law and the English Legal System

• Civil courts
• The judiciary
• The legal profession
• The role of magistrates
• Law and morality

Unit 3: Law in Action: Civil Law Liability

• Contract formation
• Capacity in contract law
• Legal intention
• Privity of Contract
• Terms of a Contract: Express and Implied Terms
• Implied Rights Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015
• Exclusion Clauses
• Misrepresentation
• Mistake in Contract Law
• Discharge of Contract
• Tort of Negligence
• Duty of Care
• General Defences in Tort

Unit 4: Civil Law Liability and Human Rights

• Human Rights
• Role of the European Court of Human Rights
• Human Rights Expression
• Freedom of Information Act 2000
• Human Rights to Privacy
• Occupiers Liability 1957
• Occupiers Liability Act 1984
• Trespass to Land

Unit 5: Law in Action: Criminal Liability

• Elements of Criminal Liability
• Non-Fatal Offences
• Fraud/Making Off
• Criminal Damage
• Defence of Intoxication
• Sanction and Sentencing

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of this home learning course, you will receive an A-level in Law, issued by Edexcel . Your certificate is identical to that issued to students at any other school, college or university. 

This syllabus ( YLA1 ) has been chosen by Oxbridge because it is the best suited to online learning and we believe it provides the best chance of success.

Learning anywhere will give you a sense of independence, and as a result, your research skills will improve significantly.    

Progression Routes

Studying A-level Law opens many possible progression routes in higher education and career opportunities. If you have ambitions to go to university, you can study the following degrees:  

• Criminology  
• Political Science  
• International Relations  
• History or Philosophy  

In terms of a profession, you can become a:  

• Barrister  
• Solicitor    
• Legal Executive  
• Paralegal    
• Legal Secretary  
• Compliance Officer  

Examinations and Assessments

You’ll be required to sit two standard Edexcel A-level written exams at one of our dedicated exam centres. Please note, this may not necessarily be your local school or college , so you may need to travel.

• Paper 1: 3 hours, 50% of A-level, 100 marks.
• Paper 2: 3 hours, 50% of A-level, 100 marks.

These exams contain a mixture of short and long answer questions and extended response questions. Speak to one of our learning advisers if you have any queries.

Entry Requirements

You’ll need a GCSE in English (at grade 4 / grade C) or the equivalent before starting this course. This A-level Law syllabus is a difficulty level three: the equivalent difficulty of an A-level or BTEC, usually suitable for most learners of all ages.

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Receive one-on-one personalised guidance and support from our expert personal tutors.

With our Unlimited Tutor Support ™, you can get as much or as little help as you want throughout your course. You'll benefit from one-to-one attention from a qualified and experienced tutor, tailored to your learning requirements.

Whether you have questions about assignments, need assistance with a complex topic or just need a bit of motivation, your personal tutor and our learning support team are here to support your learning journey at every step of your learning journey.

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Take control of your learning experience with MyOxbridge ™, our award-winning online learning platform.

You can access your course materials, submit assignments, view grades, track progress, and get support anytime, anywhere, via mobile, computer, or tablet. We also include many common accessibility features as standard.

Our online students achieve 20% higher grades than they would at a traditional college. With MyOxbridge, you can exceed your learning goals, on your terms.

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• Learn at your own pace and set your own schedule
• Study anywhere, anytime on your phone, tablet or laptop

Why is this course right for you?

Our uniquely flexible online Law course means that even if you're working full-time or caring for family, you can fit learning around your busy life.

Whether you're interested in a career in law as a barrister or solicitor, or simply want to understand the system, Law is thought-provoking and useful area of study.

Your A Level Law will be a stepping stone to further education, a fulfilling career - and a better future.

Course Details for A Level Law

Entry requirements.

You'll need at least a C grade in GCSE English Language or Literature to enrol on this course.

You don’t need to be based in the UK to enrol, however, you must sit your exams at a UK-based exam centre.

If English is your second language, we recommend you have an IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, but we’re happy to review your case on an individual basis.

Course Content

This online course will teach you the AQA Law A Level syllabus (7162).

The course includes 5 units:

• The Nature of Law and Law Making & The Legal System
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
• Human Rights

You don't need to study both Contract Law and Human Rights if you'd prefer to pick just one; for your final exam, you'll choose which of the two you want to be examined on.

For full details of what you’ll learn on each unit, download our A Level Law course guide.

A Level Exams

Please note that while your course is 100% online, you must be based in the UK to sit your exams in person.  You are responsible for booking your exams and we recommend that you arrange to sit them roughly 6 months before your chosen exam dates. 

You'll sit 3 exams for the AQA Law A Level syllabus (7162):

Paper 1 – 7162/1: The nature of law and the English legal system; Criminal law

Paper 2 – 7162/2: The nature of law and the English legal system; Tort

Then your choice of the following:

• Paper 3 - 7162/3A - Law of Contract; the nature of law and the English legal system
• Paper 3 - 7162/3B - Human Rights; the nature of law and the English legal system

Your exam fees aren't included in the course cost as you'll pay these directly to your exam centre.

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‘The course fits in very conveniently with the other 3 A Levels that I'm taking at sixth form. ICS Learn has not only helped with my academic confidence, it’s made me feel that I can achieve my dreams.’ - Abigail Robinson

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A Level FAQs

Why should i study with ics learn.

We’re the world’s most experienced online learning provider, having been pioneers in flexible learning for 130 years.

We're rated Excellent from more than 10,000 independent student reviews.

We make it easy to shape learning around your life with our flexible schedule, unlimited support, and interest-free payment plans.

That's why every year, we help thousands of students like you get the A Levels they need to succeed.

Is this the same A Level qualification I'd get in school?

Yes, it’s exactly the same.

You’ll sit the same A Level Law exams at the same time as all the other students in the UK, and you’ll receive the same results, transcript and qualification.

Your A Level will be accepted by universities, colleges and employers worldwide, exactly as if you'd studied in school or college.

Your qualification is accredited by AQA, the largest A Level awarding body. They set and mark the exams for around half of all A Levels taken in the UK each year.

When can I start my course?

Right away! There’s no need to wait until September to enrol – you can begin your course at any time.

Once you enrol, you’ll be able to log in to your course and get started by the next working day.

How will I be supported?

• Unlimited tutor support
• 24/7 access to mystudyspace , your virtual learning platform
• Interactive online learning broken down into easy-to-follow units
• Practice tests marked by your tutor
• Student forums so you can connect and share advice with other A Level Law students
• Friendly student services team, so you’re never more than a message or phone call away from a helping hand

You'll also have unlimited lifetime access to our Career Hub, giving you thousands of resources to help you impress employers, master critical business skills, and build your dream career. It includes:

• A CV and cover letter builder
• An interview simulator
• An elevator pitch builder
• Career and work psychology assessments
• In-depth industry and employer profiles
• 350+ employer films with practical advice from hiring managers
• 1000+ short courses, articles and videos on key career skills like negotiating a raise and leading a team

You can take a sneak peek at the Career Hub by signing up for free  here .§

How do I book my A Level exams?

Roughly 6 months before your chosen exam date, you should book your place at an exam centre to take the  AQA Law A Level syllabus (7162)   exam.

Your exam centre could be a school or college that's also submitting its own students for the exam, or it could be a private exam centre. Our partner centre,  Tutors & Exams , offers various discounts to ICS Learn students and has nine exam venues across the UK, including: Belfast, Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, High Wycombe, Romford, St Neots, Taunton and Wimbledon.

You can use the JCQ search tool to look for an exam centre near you that accepts private candidates. This tool won’t cover every available centre, so if there’s nothing shown in your area, we recommend contacting local schools and colleges directly.

Please note that you can't sit AQA A Level exams outside the UK.

Your exam fees aren’t included in the course cost as they’re paid directly to the exam centre. They’ll vary depending on which centre you choose.

How do I enrol?

If you’d like to pay in full, you can enrol online using the ‘Add to Basket’ button at the top of the page.

If you’d like to set up an interest-free payment plan, get in touch with our A Level Advisors on 0800 015 3326. You can also verify that your course is budget-friendly when you use our handy affordability calculator . 

If you have any disabilities which you think might affect your studies or assessments, please tell your Course Advisor before you enrol so we can advise you on whether reasonable adjustments can be made to accommodate your needs.

What is a Student Course Summary?

Student Course Summaries are monthly reports we create (per subject) for both students and parents who want to remain in the know with any of the following throughout their course: 

• Access History: tells you how many days within the month the student has logged in and how many days they've viewed the course. 
• Submitted Assignments/Mock Exams: documents what assignments have been submitted, as well as when it was submitted, how many times the assignment has been attempted, and what grade they received. 
• Help Requests: this will show the correspondence between the student and the tutor, any questions that have been asked and what the tutor's response was. 
• Course News Forum: this is where students and parents can find Tutor Comments and updates on things such as Live Webinar sessions, or exam booking info.

The fee for this monthly report is a one-off price, no matter how many courses a student is enrolled in, and the fee can be integrated into your flexible payment plan. Keep in mind, however, that this fee is entirely separate from the multibuy discount. 

How can I pay for my course?

If you’re funding the course yourself , our flexible 0% payment plans* allow you to spread the cost with interest-free* monthly instalments. 

If your employer is funding all or part of your course , we can invoice them directly for your course fees – just let your course advisor know and we’ll arrange everything.

We also accept funding through  ELCAS  for this course.  If you’re an Armed Forces member looking to use the Enhanced Learning Credits Scheme, speak to our course advisors for more details.

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Law a level.

Think analytically, construct compelling arguments and reflect on legal issues with our A level Law online course – the perfect way to kick-start your legal career.

It lays a solid foundation for further studies in law or related fields and opens up career opportunities in the legal profession, civil service, and beyond. Enrol in our online A level Law course today and start your journey to mastering legal principles, guided by expert tutors and enriched by interactive, high-quality learning materials.

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Why study Law?

Study A level Law online and learn how to apply the rule of law to ‘real-life’ scenarios. With the support of a personal tutor, you’ll explore key aspects of the English legal system including tort, criminal law, human rights and the nature of law.

You’ll have the flexibility to fit study around your lifestyle, learning at your own pace. Like many NEC students, perhaps you’ll go on to study law at university, or use your qualification to support your next career move?

Our Law A level course is ideal if you:

• Are keen to study law at degree level, or a related humanities or social science subject.
• Want to gain a deeper understanding of the UK legal system.  
• Enjoy constructing compelling arguments and debating.
• Would like to build key employability skills, such as research, written communication and analytical thinking.

Future opportunities

• Studying a law course at university.
• Working in the legal profession as a solicitor, barrister or legal executive.
• A wide range of rewarding career paths in fields such as the civil service, social research, policing, education, HR, charity, journalism and marketing.

Course content

Section 1: Law-making

• The nature of law and the rule of law
• Parliamentary law-making
• Delegated legislation
• Statutory interpretation
• Judicial precedent
• European law

Section 2: The English legal system

• The civil courts and alternative dispute resolution
• Criminal courts and sentencing
• Legal personnel
• The judiciary
• Access to justice and funding

Section 3:  Criminal law

• General rules of criminal law
• Strict liability
• Common assault and actual bodily harm
• Grievous bodily harm and wounding

Section 4: Tort  

• General rules of tort and duty of care
• Breach of duty
• Causation of damage
• Occupiers’ liability to visitors
• Occupiers’ liability to trespassers

Section 5: Criminal law – offences against the person

• Criminal theory and murder
• Voluntary manslaughter: loss of control
• Voluntary manslaughter: diminished responsibility
• Involuntary manslaughter

Section 6: Criminal law – property offences

• Robbery and attempt
• Capacity defences
• Necessity defences

Section 7: Tort

• Theory of tort and economic loss
• Psychiatric harm
• Nuisance and the escape of dangerous things
• Vicarious liability, general and special defences

Section 8: Human rights 1

• Theory and history of human rights
• The right to life and the right to liberty
• Rights and restrictions under Articles 8, 10 and 11

Section 9: Human rights 2

• English Law and Articles 8, 10 and 11
• Balancing the rights and enforcement
• Criticisms and reform of human rights

Section 10: Nature of law

• Law and morality
• Law and justice
• Law and society: fault
• Law and society: balancing competing interests

Your learning experience

Study A level Law with us and benefit from:

• Flexible learning
• Support from a personal tutor by email, phone or Skype
• Any time enrolment
• Our exam booking service
• Assignments with tutor feedback
• Ongoing support from Student Support
• Forums to discuss your course with other students

Choose when and where you access your course, using learn@nec our 24/7 learning platform.

This easy-to-use learning platform includes interactive checkpoints, quizzes and activities to help you evaluate your progress.

You’ll have access to support from a personal tutor. All NEC tutors are subject experts, with experience of supporting online learners.

What you need to know

• Online learning with support from a personal tutor
• Complete at your own pace
• Approx. 250-300* hours plus time for completing assignments

*The specification suggests that 300 hours is needed. You’ll also need time to complete assignments and prepare yourself for exams and some courses involve a lot of reading. Everyone is different so it’s impossible to say with certainty how long a course will take you, but you should expect to spend longer than 300 hours. Taken across the length of time we recommend, this equates to approximately 5 hours per week. This will increase if you choose to take it over a shorter time frame or may be less if you are retaking a subject and have covered a lot of of the course content.

Assignments

• 11 assignments (one introductory) – these do not contribute towards our final grade

Set textbooks – included with your course:

• Martin & Price, AQA A level Law for Year 1/AS , Hodder Education, 2017
• Russell, S (2017) Criminal law for AQA A Level Part 2
• Russell, S (2018) Tort law for AQA A Level Part 2
• Russell, S (2018) Human rights for AQA A Level
• Russell, S (2018) The nature of law for AQA A Level Part 2

Requirements

• Internet access
• Computer operating system and browser to support learn@nec

What's included?

Our course fees are  clear and transparent  to help you plan for any additional costs.

Your course fee includes:

• 24/7 access to  learn@nec  platform and resources
• Expertly designed online course materials
• Free e-book version of essential textbooks where available
• Discount code for textbooks not available as an ebook
• Support from our Student Services team
• Structured assignments carefully designed to prepare you for exams
• Guidance from your tutor for up to 24 months from your date of enrolment
• Extensive feedback to all assignments that will support your learning
• NEA (coursework) marking and authentication
• Marking for one examination paper (from a previous year)
• Guaranteed exam place
• NEC’s guide to study skills:  How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
• Spelling, punctuation and grammar guide
• Time planner template to help you plan your study timetable
• Information on how to apply for exams

Your course fee does not cover:

• Any fees in relation to exam entries or assessments
• Centre Assessment Grades (CAG) in the event of exam cancellation
• Certain set texts unavailable as ebooks / recommended textbooks for additional reading

If you need more support, you can purchase :

• Online tutorials – if you need help with a specific topic you can arrange a 30 minute or 1 hour tutorial
• Additional past paper marking – to help with your exam preparation
• Revision tutorial –  to plan your revision and explore revision techniques
• Help with your UCAS application service

For further information on additional/optional support you can purchase, please visit our  additional services  page.

Exams and assessment

Exams (three):

• 33.3% of marks  (2 hours)

There is no non-exam assessment (NEA) for this course

Additional support if you’re under 18

We know that our younger students often need an extra helping hand with their studies. In our experience learning online works best when either a parent or guardian are involved. This is why NEC has developed our unique Progress Tracker to help you to support your child.

NEC’s Progress Tracker will allow you to easily track your child’s progress across their subjects and gain insight to how well they are doing through access to their assignment grades and tutor feedback.  

Read more about how we work with young students who are studying at home or through a school.

Arrange a callback with a member of our Course Advice Team.

Would you like to talk to our Course Advice Team about the best route for you? Visit our Contact Us  page, fill in the form and a member of the team will get back to you!

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Course fees £699.

It’s your choice: you can pay in full at the point of enrolment, or you can spread the cost over monthly instalments with our finance offer. We offer a choice of six or 12 month repayment plans, with 0% APR as standard.

To pay in instalments you will need to enrol by telephone.

Representative example: Course fee: £699 Deposit: £69.90 Amount of credit: £629.10 Monthly payment: £52.43 Duration of agreement: 12 months Total repayable: £699 Rate of interest: 0% (fixed) 0% APR representative.

The National Extension College (NEC) work with finance company OMNI. For more information on our relationship with OMNI and repayment plans see our Fee Information page .

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There are  no academic requirements  for this course.

Course materials are written in English so a  good level of written English  is required.

As part of NEC’s mission to widen participation our team is happy to discuss payment options unavailable online. Please contact our team on 0800 389 2839 or email [email protected]

One of the biggest challenges for independent learners can be where to sit their exams. So when you enrol with NEC you’ll be guaranteed a place at one of our partnership exam centres.

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