Sixth form wider reading and discovery lists for alevel subjects. I may go into law in the future so i am interested in taking it at a level along with history and sociology. Studying law at gcse and alevel a help or hindrance. However buying the right one can really help further your understanding and can help you write even better answers when it comes to exam time. Alevel help sixth form college application personal statements what you need to know before doing an epq study habits of a students. Cambridge international a level law provides a suitable foundation for the study of law or related courses in higher education. A state of bliss in which we are free to do as we choose. There will also be changes to the content of specific a level courses, the amount of coursework, and to a level examinations, not to mention more rigorous external assessment for btec courses. Whether to take law at sixth form is a much debated question.
For any students who prefer working from textbooks, there are two textbooks endorsed by ocr that, together, cover the a level law course. You can also join the law society and be a member of the sixth form team, competing against other schools and colleges in the bar national mock trial competition as a lawyer, witness, court clerk, usher or court artist. Edexcel asa level business 5th edition student book and activebook. A level english literature is useful for a range of careers from law to politics. A level law is an intellectually challenging subject that requires the ability to memorise an immense number of legal principles from cases and acts of parliament. Said before i find law at a level much harder than english and. Prior to the 1990s, these two years were known as preuniversity preu 1 and 2. Universities now see the benefits of prospective students having studied law at a level. Alevel law is not required for entry to law degree courses or the legal profession, but it is accepted with other appropriate subjects for entry to degree courses in law and nearly all other courses of higher education.
Outwood academy newbold took part in celebrating world book day getting involved in numerous activities, including a visit from a famous author and staff dressing up as their favourite book characters. Please note, applications are not considered on a first come, first served. Gcse english language at grade 5 or above, in addition to standard sixth form entry requirements. Sixth form law faq what you should know if youre thinking of taking law at university the first step is to achieve some good a level results. Australia also sometimes uses the term for year 12, though the australian year 12 is equivalent to the nz year seventh form and the uks upper sixth year. Our members are responsible for over a fifth of the a levels delivered in england each year and help their students to achieve better exam results than all other nonselective providers. Taught in small groups, specific legal issues are explored through a range of theories and case law so that students gain a strong understanding of how decisions are made in criminal. Exam questions require a thorough analysis and application of these legal principles. A sixth form college is an educational institution, where students aged 16 to 19 typically study for advanced school level qualifications, such as a levels, business and technology education council btec and the international baccalaureate diploma, or school level qualifications such as general certificate of secondary education gcse. You will find out about the offences themselves, how they came to court, how the judge can sentence a convicted criminal and how solicitors, barristers, magistrates and juries interact. In singapore, however, the equivalent of a sixth form college would be called a junior college, where pupils take their cambridge gce a levels after two years. As well as being an excellent preparation for higher education it is seen as beneficial for those considering a career in the police, the financial sector, teaching and of course, the legal profession. But sometimes its hard to know what employers want. We therefore find interhigh is popular with actors, sporting prodigies and travelling students.
Regardless of your future plans, the ability to extend yourself and research independently into your interests is an invaluable skill this will support your university applications andor future. Take a look at some faq on a level law and how it relates to your degree at university. In addition to the lesson timetable, students will visit a number of legal institutions including. For example, in politics, business, management, the police force, the civil service, the diplomatic service, media and medicine to name but a few. February witnessed the launch of mentoring across the sixth form in all linear a level courses. Whilst care has been taken to select quality and up to date a level law books, occassionally amazon may change the books displayed to later editions if the latest edition is out of stock. Many of our students enrol on law degrees, or other academic courses, such as history, politics, or criminology. Supercurricular learning one of the best ways you stand out during your sixth form studies is through the amount of independent study you. All students who have studied law at a level and who continue law to degree level, report that they are at a distinct advantage having studied law previously. You will develop knowledge, understanding, and critical awareness of the structure of the courts, personnel involved in the legal system judges, lawyers, jurors and functions of the legal system sentencing. Ocr a level law book two jacqueline martin, nicholas price. I have loved studying at newcastle sixth form, because the staff allow me the freedom to study at my own pace but also the support i need to get the best possible results. Also, if the school or college you attend only offers some of the subjects you want to study at as and a level, then interhighs sixth form college could offer you the perfect solution.
At bales college we have a very successful and well attended law department. So i am looking to apply to study law at university next year september 2017. Discover the basics of legal systems around the world with an a level in law at oxford sixth form college. Law is an excellent qualification for a wide range of university courses, most notably law itself. Hi my form tutor has advised me to set up a law society for our sixth form as we dont yet have one. Equally it is suitable for candidates intending to pursue careers or further study in law, or as part of a course of general education. Law will complement a level politics, which includes an element of law, government and judges which is the foundation of law making. What would it be like to live free of laws in a state of nature. A level retakes oxford sixth form college gives students the opportunity to study for a level retakes at both as and a2 level. Studying business studies at a level is extremely useful for entrance into many higher education courses, for example. You will explore how the legal system works, which will include how laws are made, how judges apply them in court. A level law works well with all other alevel subjects. Sixth form alevel courses book 1, by jacqueline martin and nicholas price. Apr 24, 2015 buy aqa law for as sixth edition 6th revised edition by martin, jacqueline isbn.
This course will provide you with a knowledge and understanding of the main principles of english and welsh law. Sometimes actually studying the english legal system at a level can be seen as a bad thing. All of the text in black is needed for the first year of the course and is a good place to start. Course text you will be expected to purchase this book. Find out more about our stateoftheart facilities, caring college community, outstanding results and broad range of courses. You will gain an understanding about the structure and procedures of the courts and its personnel. Law affects every aspect of our lives, so having a good understanding of how it works is beneficial in almost any profession, including police and armed forces, teaching, journalism or social care. How much does it cost to study at cadbury sixth form college. There is an online ebook which you can access in college and a virtual.
Ian yule taught alevel law at havering sixth form college for 15 years. Buying a reputable text book will also help prepare you for. Otherwise its not much better than a guess or the flip of a coin when deciding what you want your career to be. The study of law leads not just to a career as a lawyer but also to a variety of opportunities. New specification from 2017 by daniel plewinski is a coursebook written by the head of subject at the sixth form college and is a nationally used resource for the a level. Law is an increasingly popular a level which provides access onto a wide range of degree courses, including excellent grounding for a degree in law for which it is a generally accepted entrance qualification. Paper 1 deals with the english legal system and criminal law. A level law books most of the time at a level and as level buying your own textbooks isnt required in the same way it is at university. Sixth form book list 2019 2020 subject book title authoreditor communication studies cape communication studies dr. This a level law course provides you with a general overview of the english legal system. A level law subject information bales private sixth form.
Students wishing to study law at university will not be disadvantaged by studying a level law. You cover a range of legal subjects and it gives you a good taste of what its like to study law. However, at another sixth form they not provide law as an option to study and when i enquired they stated that law firms prefer people who studied history and english instead of law. Alevel retakes oxford sixth form college gives students the opportunity to study for alevel retakes at both as and a2 level. A level sixth form law law at sixth form is an interest, fun and challenging subject i think. A level law is excellent preparation for university study. Message to students joining sixth form this september. Law alevel this course will provide you with a knowledge and understanding of the main principles of english and welsh law. A level law is not required for entry to law degree courses or the legal profession, but it is accepted with other appropriate subjects for entry to degree courses in law and nearly all other courses of higher education. Studying a level law will enable you to investigate a wide range of high profile real life cases.
Year mentor year 12 and this year, there is benefit to both years which has resonated hugely with year so we have no resistance to being a mentor. At the end of the schooling, students sit for bruneicambridge gce a level. Buy aqa law for as sixth edition 6th revised edition by martin, jacqueline isbn. The college offers students a motivating environment in which to take a fresh look at their work. This alevel law course provides you with a general overview of the english legal system. You will develop knowledge, understanding, and critical awareness of the structure of the courts, personnel involved in the legal system judges, lawyers, jurors and functions of the legal system sentencing, methods of resolving disputes. Paper 3 examines the nature of law and either the law of contract or human rights law, depending on what you option you have chosen. I am interested in a law degree, but as law is not. Ocr asa level law book 1, by jacqueline martin and nicholas price. Sixth form wider reading and discovery lists for alevel. A knowledge of the law is also useful in a great number of occupational areas, including business, administration, management and the police. It is the most widely recognised qualification in the uk by a substantial margin, and allows students to study subjects in which they have a particular interest and explore these in depth, whilst also being able to sixth form curriculum book. Sfca represents all designated sixth form colleges and 16 to 19 academies in england, as well as a growing number of fe colleges and 1619 free schools. The application process for entry to the college in september 2020 remains open.
In the first year, you will study the nature of law and the english legal system, one area of private law law of contract or law of tort and one area of public law criminal law or human rights law. Is studying law at gcse and alevel a help or hindrance. Some are looking toward a legal career, but the law affects everyone and many. Ocr a level law book 2, by jacqueline martin, nicholas price and richard wortley. As most universities and employers make offers based on a three a level programme, most of our students choose to do three subjects. Unless you have lots of experience in practical law that is. I received 3 a levels and am feeling quite shocked. Each exam is two hours long and is worth of the overall grade.
One of the best ways you stand out during your sixth form studies is through the amount of independent study you undertake outside of the classroom. We have regular visits throughout the year from law firms, northumbria police, local magistrates, social services and local mps. Setting up a sixth form law society the student room. In malaysia, a sixth form is known as tingkatan 6, and lasts for three semesters. In our sixth form, structure and support are balanced with freedom and independence.
The nature of law and human rights law or contract law. Our law students enjoy the subject and feel it enhances their ability to write extended, wellstructured arguments, which is also useful in other subjects. Ideally students should buy a a text book each year, costing around. Sixth form results day 2019 a level results are in and baileigh is feeling shocked as her dream of studying history at the university of oxford is just around the corner. Sixth form courses alevels and retakes oxford sixth. A level law can lead onto a career in the legal profession with students either going on to study a degree at university, or following the professional route of cilex. Educational visits include the police museum and the courts.
A level law subject information bales private sixth form london. Ocr a level in law content focuses on the english legal system and areas of both private and public law within the law of england and wales. All examinations for english literature at as and a level are closedbook examinations, which means that no books are allowed in the exam room and therefore students have to commit quotations to memory. Tutors receive an access code for your centre to download materials and play the videos. Mr broadbent, the sixth form law tutor took all the year 12 and a level law students out to visit bolton crown court and bolton magistrates court. In this article we hopefully will answer some of the key questions associated with sixth form law and considerations about taking law at uni. Find a level law books relating to both the aqa and ocr specifications.
Alevel law is taught within the colleges btec plus programme as a one year alevel to students also studying the one year btec level 3 business diploma. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Our sixth formers have 28 courses to choose from and, where possible, we will support them in their individual choice of options, enabling students to study the subjects that they are truly passionate about to pursue their ambitions. In brunei, sixth form comprises year 12 and, which may also be referred to as lower and upper six. While alevel law does cover issues, its content generally is more technical.
Sixth form courses alevels and retakes oxford sixth form. We also have an annual trip to london allowing students an opportunity to visit the supreme court, the court of appeal, and houses of parliament. A sixth form college is an educational institution, where students aged 16 to 19 typically study for advanced schoollevel qualifications, such as alevels, business and technology education council btec and the international baccalaureate diploma, or schoollevel qualifications such as general certificate of secondary education gcse examinations. Law the sixth form bolton bolton sixth form college.
Alevel law find a course st brendans sixth form college. A level law will combine with a range of advanced level courses to support nonlaw based progression routes. Established in 1866, trent college is a thriving and popular independent sixth form in nottingham. You will be taught to develop your legal skills, developing legal argument, problem solving techniques and analysing case studies. Outwood academy newbold took part in celebrating world book day getting involved in numerous activities, including a visit. You will learn about the nature of law and the english legal system.
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