A Level in Law
at Outwood Academy Newbold, Chesterfield · school or sixth form
What the college says
Law is for students who enjoyed English or history at GCSE, who are prepared to analyse legal scenarios and form judgments based on the facts of a case and who want to become more confident in their speaking and presentation skills. Studying law will give you the confidence to form your own opinions, debate and discuss important issues with others and come to well reasoned conclusions based on all the facts. You will be able to look at a scenario and identify the relevant legal issues, and make judgments on whether you believe a person is guilty / liable or not guilty / not liable.
What you need to get on
You must have achieved 5 good passes, including mathematics or English, where a good pass is defined as: 9-5 in a GCSE or a Merit or better at a level 2 BTEC. In addition to this minimum entry requirement, it is preferable for students to have achieved at least a good pass in any subject that they intend to study at A Level, if they have studied it at GCSE. Law 5 or above in GCSE English Language
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Outwood Academy Newbold
Highfield Lane Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8BA
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Chesterfield
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