Applied Law (Level 3 BTEC)
Subject Vision
Adventurous – A journey on a new subject gaining knowledge and skills to embark on potential new directions in law and law adjacent subjects for future study and employment as well as developing synergistic soft skills enabling law students to flourish in a variety of academic and work environments.
Challenging – With rigorous assessment and examination requirements, Law is arguably one of the most academic of our BTEC subjects. Students will need to retain a plethora of subject knowledge but with the ability to apply that knowledge in a variety of real-world legal situations under time pressure and develop a high level of analytic and evaluative writing to meet the needs of the rigorous coursework assignments all within a variety of written, presentation and industry related tasks.
Resilience – Even if our students decide against a career or further academic study in law, they will be equipped for life with a clear understanding of both Civil and Criminal law that will be relevant to their whole lives and in other careers where being able to stand up for the rights of themselves and others. Success and understanding of a new and challenging subject builds confidence in the self and sees our students taking higher education direction that they would not have thought possible for themselves before Vi form.
Curiosity – Coming naturally from studying an entirely new subject is the desire to learn more and approach adjacent topics such as Policing, Criminology and Sociology. This course fosters that curiosity allowing students to make informed decisions about future career and academic options beyond traditional subjects.
Independence – Independent study nurtures confidence in academic ability, meeting deadlines and completing real-world scenarios all useful transferable skills in the 21st Century workplace. Skills such as analysis, problem solving, basic understanding of Law, conflict resolution and the ability to work under time pressure.
Community– Law brings a solid understanding of community and place in society which students can take with them into their lives. An understanding of justice, action v consequence and the ability to offer advice from a position of knowledge rather than opinion makes our Law students productive and useful members of their wider communities.
Our Learning Journey
Level 3 Subject Information - KS5
Students have 5 hours each week
This subject is taught at Key Stage 5 only
Students will be assessed via coursework which will be presented in the form of
- PowerPoints
- Word Documents
- Leaflets
- Posters
- Or group presentations
Students are assessed via coursework and exams.
Applied Law (Extended Certificate)
- Unit 1 - 1 x 90 minute exams (Year 12)
- Unit 3 - 1 x 2 hours exam (Year 13)
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Year 12 |
Unit 1- Dispute Solving in Civil Law Learning Aim A Civil dispute resolution Learning Aim B Enforcement of civil law Learning Aim C How precedent works |
Unit 1- Dispute Solving in Civil Law Learning Aim D Application of the law of negligence |
Unit 1- Dispute Solving in Civil Law Exam Unit 2 – Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System Learning Aim, A Explore how statutory rules are made and interpreted
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Unit 2 - Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System Learning Aim, A Explore how statutory rules are made and interpreted Learning Aim B Examine how legislation is made outside Parliament |
Unit 2 – Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System Learning Aim C Explore the various legal personnel involved in a criminal trial |
Unit 2 – Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System Learning Aim D Apply the key elements of crime and sentencing in non-fatal offences |
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Year 13 |
Unit 3 – Applying the Law (Learning Aim A and B Catch up)
Learning Aim C An introduction to offences against property: theft, robbery, burglary, fraud and criminal damage Learning Aim D Introduction to general defences in criminal law
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Unit 3 – Applying the Law Learning Aim E An overview of police powers |
Unit 3 – Applying the Law Exam Unit 6 – Contract Law Learning Aim A Examine the necessary requirements to form a valid contract Learning Aim B Explore the types of terms that are found in a contract
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Unit 6 – Contract Law Learning Aim C Investigate the validity of a contract to determine contractual rights Learning Aim D Review the ways in which a contract may end and the remedies available |
Unit 6 – Contract Law Final submission Resit preparation if necessary |
Resit exam opportunity if needed
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Staff
Revision - BTEC Level 3 National (KS5)
GENERAL INFORMATION (USEFUL INFORMATION FOR PARENTS)
- Paper examination
- Range of questions from multiple choice to extended written answers
- Graded from U through to Distinction
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Job Opportunities / Careers
CAREERS IN LAW
Solicitor
- Provide advice and assistance on legal issues, they are the first point of contact for people and organisations seeking advice and representation
- Work in either law firms or ‘in-house’ at a company
- Role involves; meeting with clients, researching the relevant areas of law, drafting letters and contracts, representing clients in negotiations and tribunals
- The role will vary depending on the area of law in which the solicitor works eg. crime, corporate/commercial, employment, family, human rights, intellectual property
- Skills required; communication, research, presentation, organisation, time keeping and professionalism
- Trainee salaries range from £20,000 to £35,000 upwards with Partners earning around £75,000 upwards.
Chartered legal executives
- Non-degree based route into law, work through a series of apprenticeships.
- Qualified lawyer who is trained as a specialist in a particular area of law. They work alongside solicitors but also have rights of audience and can represent clients.
- Skills required; communication, research, presentation, organisation, time keeping and professionalism
- Starting salaries range from £15,000 to £28,000 with Executive Lawyers earning £35,000 to £55,000 upwards.
Usher
- Non-degree based role within the court.
- Prepare the courtroom, call defendants and witnesses, accompany the jury around the courtroom and pass messages between the judge and jury.
- Skills requires; communication and people skills, discretion and confidentiality, ability to follow instructions, assertiveness and tactfulness
- Salaries range from £16,000 to £19,000
Considering a career in law? Take a look at these websites to get you started.
LawCareers.Net | all about law careers
Law and legal | Explore careers (nationalcareers.service.gov.uk)
Current pupils can access Unifrog using their school email addresses.
Law and law studies : Subjects library (unifrog.org)
