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    University Taster

    Law – University Taster

    1. 1. Prerequisites
      1. 1.1 Requirements to Pursue a Law Degree
      2. 1.2 Researching the Right Law Related Degree for You
      3. 1.3 Careers in Law
      • Module Review
    2. 2. The Principles of Law and the Legal System
      1. 2.1 The Origin of Law and Jurisprudence
      2. 2.2 How Laws are Formed and the Different Types of Law
      3. 2.3 The Difference Between Civil and Criminal Law
      4. 2.4 The Court Systems of the United Kingdom
      • Module Review
    3. 3. Constitutional Law
      1. 3.1 Institutions of the United Kingdom
      2. 3.2 The Rule of Law
      3. 3.3 Judicial Review
      • Module Review
    4. 4. Criminal Law
      1. 4.1 Actus Reus and Mens Rea
      2. 4.2 Intention and Recklessness
      3. 4.3 What is Murder?
      • Module Review
    5. 5. The Law of Contract
      1. 5.1 What is a Contract?
      2. 5.2 Offer and Acceptance
      3. 5.3 Express vs Implied
      4. 5.4 Breach of Contract
      • Module Review
    6. 6. Next Steps
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    1. Subjects 
    2. Law – University Taster Post-16
    3. 2. The Principles of Law and the Legal System

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    If you're interested in the principles of law and the legal system, you might already have some understanding of fundamental legal concepts. If this is your first venture into the legal world, welcome!

    This module will focusWhat the writer draws attention to at a given moment (e.g., setting, character, detail). on the principles of law and the legal system, we’ll introduce you to the foundations of legal theory and practice. You’ll learn how legal principles underpin order and governance, and how the evolution of law has shaped our world. We’ll delve into the historical contextA discrete unit of archaeological evidence, such as a layer of soil, a structure, or a feature, that can be recorded and interpreted. of legal systems, examining key milestones that have influenced modern law and the basis of these developments.

    Finally, we’ll examine the court systems of the United Kingdom, including specific location requirements and details, providing you with a thorough understanding of how justice actually works.

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