Course Information

The BTEC Applied Law course is a course which allows students to develop and demonstrate their understanding of Law and the legal system via the completion of assignments which will be continuously assessed.

What Will I Learn?

The Certificate in Applied Law is comprised of three units:

Dispute Solving in the Legal System focuses on the difference between civil and criminal law; Understanding Law Making explores how laws are made in the UK (and the EU) and how the former are interpreted by judges as well as the impact of latter upon UK citizens; and Aspects of Legal Liability concentrates on the Tort of Negligence (civil law) and the study of non-fatal offences (criminal law).

To achieve the Diploma, students must complete a further three units: Unlawful Homicide and Police Powers, Aspects of the Law of Tort, Police Powers and finally, Aspects of Family Law.

Entry Requirements

You will require 5 GCSEs at Grades A*- C. All assessments are essay based.

You will be invited to attend an interview, and will undertake an assessment in literacy and numeracy, to establish any support required.

Assessment

The course is assessed through assignment work that is completed throughout the year. The grades awarded for the certificate or diploma will range from Pass to Distinction.

Disclaimer

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