New GCEs for 2008
GCE Law (2160)
AS and A Level
Introducing AQA's new specification for Law for AS and A Level. This new specification has been designed to:
- develop candidates' critical thinking skills
- encourage analysis of the changing dynamics of modern law
- inspire the ability to interpret, evaluate and apply legal rules.
The following information and specification outline will enable both practising Teachers and Subject Heads to be better informed and supported in the teaching of this subject, particularly if attending one of AQA's Teacher Support meetings.
Classification Codes
Every specification is assigned a national classification code indicating the subject area to which it belongs. The classification code for this specification is 4770.
Centres should be aware that candidates who enter for more than one GCE AS/A level qualification with the same classification code will have only one grade (the highest) counted for the purpose of the School and College Performance Tables.
Centres may wish to advise candidates that, if they take two specifications with the same classification code, universities and employers are very likely to take the view that they have achieved only one of the two GCE AS/A levels. The same view may be taken if candidates take two GCE AS/A level specifications that have different classification codes but have significant overlap of content. Candidates who have any doubts about their subject combinations should check with the university to which they wish to progress or company they wish to join, before embarking on their programmes.
Assessment Objectives
AO1 - demonstrate knowledge and understanding of legal rules and principles by selecting and explaining relevant information and illustrating with examples and citation.
AO2 - analyse legal material, issues and situations, and evaluate and apply the appropriate legal rules and principles.
AO3 - present a logical and coherent argument and communicate relevant material in a clear and effective manner using appropriate legal terminology.
Key documents
