A-Level Law

Applications Open – 4th November 2025 @ 9am

Applications Close – 1st June 2026 @ 5pm

Entry Requirements – Specific to the Subject

How to Apply – Please apply via KentChoices

Law is a dynamic and exciting subject that has broad applicability to a range of careers and study options. Studying Law gives students an understanding of the role of law in contemporary society and raises their awareness of the rights and responsibilities of individuals. By learning about legal rules and how and why they apply to real life, students also develop their analytical ability, decision making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. All these skills are highly sought after by higher education and employers.

As well as exploring the structure of the UK legal systems students are given the opportunity to explore specific areas of law including contract, tort, criminal and human rights law.

There are three exams at the end of year 13. All exams are 2 hours long.

Students must have a minimum of a grade 5 in English. History GCSE is desirable

A Level law develops numerous skills which are transferable and preparatory for undergraduate study. Skills of analysis, reliability of sources, debating, critical thinking and problem solving appropriately prepare for degree courses especially in Law, Politics, International Relations, History, Philosophy, Economics and Business.

The course will develop understanding of a range of legal principles and is a useful introduction for students considering careers in law (barrister, solicitor, police and court services). It also helps to develop a range of skills that would be transferable to many other careers such as social work, business management, journalism, the armed forces and the civil service.