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New Student Welcome Day 2021 Course Information Booklet LAW & ACADEMIC BUSINESS
COURSE LIST:
> Law [AS]
> Applied Law [L3]
> Business Studies [AS]
New Student Welcome Day 2021
Law [AS]
LAW
AS-Level
► What are the main features of this course?
The AS course lasts for one year and involves the study of the English
Legal System, the Nature of Law and substantive areas of law. The
course covers elements of law making and the court system, as well as
knowledge and application of criminal law and tort law.
Component 1: The Nature of Law and the English Legal System
Component 2: Substantive Law in Practice
Component 3: Perspectives of Substantive Law
At A level the course consists of further study of crime and tort law, as
well as contract law and an additional component exam focusing on
evaluation skills. This qualification will help you to explain complex legal
concepts, identify issues in problems questions and apply your
knowledge and identify problems in the law and make suggestions for
reform
► Hours of lessons per week: 5
► Indicative group size: 24
► How is the course assessed?
There will be two exams at the end of the first year and three exams at
the end of the second.
► Where can I go next?
A-level Law is an acceptable qualification for entry to Higher Education.
Thereafter, it is possible to progress onto the vocational courses with a
view to entering the legal profession.
Need More Information? Contact:
Sarah Harwood
Head of Law and Academic Business
sharwood@jcc.ac.ukAS LAW
> What materials and equipment should I buy for September?
Folders, dividers, paper, two different coloured highlighters.
You will be required to bring a folder to every law lesson
containing topic booklets, which are issued for each topic
and your notes.
SUMMER PREPARATION TASKS
You’ve been asked to complete three tasks in preparation to
study law which will help you to explore some of the key ideas
and aspects of law that we will explore during your studies. It is
very important that you complete these tasks to the best of your
ability as they will give you good indication as to whether it is a
suitable subject for you and it demonstrates your commitment
to your studies.
Task One: Reflection on Sentencing
Task Two: Supreme Court
Task Three: Criminal courts in action
New Student Welcome Day 2021Task One: Reflection on Sentencing Why do prisoners only serve half their term? (bbc.co.uk) Using a range of the information on in the source (linked in the title), produce a summary of the current operation of sentencing in England and Wales in the space below. You may present the information in any format you like, but it must cover the questions below and must not simply be copy and paste. What What type of Why do most How does a When are influences the sentences offences offer judge decide most offenders sentence the may a judge a range of which tariff to released and judge hands hand down? options? hand down for what happens down? murder? to them? > Challenge: Why do you think that people are often upset or confused by the sentences handed to offenders?
Task Two: Supreme Court
What is the UK Supreme Court? (bbc.co.uk)
and watch this documentary available on youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZtYENfNa7k
Using a range of the information on in the source, complete each of the
information boxes below. Remember to include relevant legal terminology
accurately used.
Name and Location: Sum up the kind of cases and
decisions that it has made over the
last years:
>
What powers does it have (and what Make up of the court: What issues do
can’t it do)?: you see with who is on the court
(pros and cons)?
Exploring a Case:
Pick one of the cases which the article or documentary highlights. Summarise
the facts, question and decision by the court. End with a critical comment on
your view of the case and decision:
Critical Response:Task Three: Criminal courts in action Watch episode one of the Briefs and answer the questions below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWTcg8Ye6fI 1. Approximately how many criminal offences are committed each year? 2. Who pays for around half of these cases? 3. Explain the what happens when the solicitor Shab Alsam speaks to his client Alex Templar before the police interview. What advice does Shab give to Alex around his previous convictions? > 4. Before visiting his client Franklin Sinclair explains how his clients feel about the being involved in the criminal justice system, from what he says what conclusions can you draw about his attitude towards his work in criminal defence? 5. What are the particulars (details) of the evidence that they police have obtained against Vera Kennedy and her daughter? Try to include the exact type, location, value and amounts, etc What associated items are found? 6. During a police interview why would a client give no comment at an interview? 7. The most risky strategy is to give a partial no comment interview where you answer some questions and say no comment on others, why is this so risky? What conclusions might the police and then jury or magistrate draw from this? 8. Explain the particulars of the offence against Wayne and Colleen Rooney.
9. What advice does Ian Charleston give to his client Steven Malcolm about a possible plea? 10. 90% of Tuckers clients comes from returning clients, what conclusions can you draw from that fact? > 11. How much money does each police station client bring the firm? 12. What was defendant Gary Cox’s line of defence from his current harassment charge? 13. Outline the content and impact of the discussion of drinking alcohol between the defendant Nigel Walker and his solicitor Asim Ali. 14. Explain your understanding of the ‘Stop delaying justice’ initiative, what impact did it have on Gary Cox’s case? 15. What sentence is Steven Malcom given?
Applied Law [L3]
APPLIED LAW
Level 3 Certificate
► What are the main features of this course?
Applied Law is a qualification for learners who want to continue their
education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher
education. The qualification aims to provide a basic introduction to the
legal sector.
In year one the learning programme covers the following content areas:
• Dispute solving in civil law
• Investigating aspects of criminal law and the legal system.
As well as legal skills, learners develop in the following areas:
• Cognitive and problem-solving skills: use critical thinking, approach non-
routine problems applying expert and creative solutions, use systems and
technology
• Intrapersonal skills: communicating, working collaboratively, negotiating
and influencing, self-presentation
• Interpersonal skills: self-management, adaptability and resilience, self-
monitoring and development.
► Hours of lessons per week: 5
► Indicative group size: 22
► How is the course assessed?
One externally assessed synoptic assessment and one internally assessed
coursework assessment
► Where can I go next?
Applied Law is an acceptable qualification for entry to Higher Education.
Thereafter, it is possible to progress onto the vocational courses with a view
to entering the legal profession.
Need More Information? Contact:
Sarah Harwood
Head of Law and Academic Business
sharwood@jcc.ac.ukLEVEL 3 APPLIED LAW
SUBJECT OVERVIEW
You will study three units in the first year covering some key legal
aspects including how law is made, how disputes are resolved
and how liability is established in both civil and criminal law. In the
second year you will study two units which will give you a greater
understanding of criminal law including offences against property
and fatal offences and also an introduction to family law.
> What materials and equipment should I buy for September? Folders,
dividers, paper, two different coloured highlighters. You will be
required to bring a folder to every law lesson containing topic
booklets, which are issued for each topic and your notes.
SUMMER PREPARATION TASKS
You’ve been asked to complete three tasks in preparation to study
law which will help you to explore some of the key ideas and
aspects of law that we will explore during your studies. It is very
important that you complete these tasks to the best of your ability
as they will give you good indication as to whether it is a suitable
subject for you and it demonstrates your commitment to your
studies.
Task One: Reflection on Sentencing
Task Two: Supreme Court
Task Three: Criminal courts in action
New Student Welcome Day 2021Task One: Reflection on Sentencing Why do prisoners only serve half their term? (bbc.co.uk) Using a range of the information on in the source (linked in the title), produce a summary of the current operation of sentencing in England and Wales in the space below. You may present the information in any format you like, but it must cover the questions below and must not simply be copy and paste. What What type of Why do most How does a When are influences the sentences offences offer judge decide most offenders sentence the may a judge a range of which tariff to released and judge hands hand down? options? hand down for what happens down? murder? to them? > Challenge: Why do you think that people are often upset or confused by the sentences handed to offenders?
Task Two: Supreme Court
What is the UK Supreme Court? (bbc.co.uk)
and watch this documentary available on youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZtYENfNa7k
Using a range of the information on in the source, complete each of the
information boxes below. Remember to include relevant legal terminology
accurately used.
Name and Location: Sum up the kind of cases and
decisions that it has made over the
last years:
>
What powers does it have (and what Make up of the court: What issues do
can’t it do)?: you see with who is on the court
(pros and cons)?
Exploring a Case:
Pick one of the cases which the article or documentary highlights. Summarise
the facts, question and decision by the court. End with a critical comment on
your view of the case and decision:
Critical Response:Task Three: Criminal courts in action Watch episode one of the Briefs and answer the questions below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWTcg8Ye6fI 1. Approximately how many criminal offences are committed each year? 2. Who pays for around half of these cases? 3. Explain the what happens when the solicitor Shab Alsam speaks to his client Alex Templar before the police interview. What advice does Shab give to Alex around his previous convictions? > 4. Before visiting his client Franklin Sinclair explains how his clients feel about the being involved in the criminal justice system, from what he says what conclusions can you draw about his attitude towards his work in criminal defence? 5. What are the particulars (details) of the evidence that they police have obtained against Vera Kennedy and her daughter? Try to include the exact type, location, value and amounts, etc What associated items are found? 6. During a police interview why would a client give no comment at an interview? 7. The most risky strategy is to give a partial no comment interview where you answer some questions and say no comment on others, why is this so risky? What conclusions might the police and then jury or magistrate draw from this? 8. Explain the particulars of the offence against Wayne and Colleen Rooney.
9. What advice does Ian Charleston give to his client Steven Malcolm about a possible plea? 10. 90% of Tuckers clients comes from returning clients, what conclusions can you draw from that fact? > 11. How much money does each police station client bring the firm? 12. What was defendant Gary Cox’s line of defence from his current harassment charge? 13. Outline the content and impact of the discussion of drinking alcohol between the defendant Nigel Walker and his solicitor Asim Ali. 14. Explain your understanding of the ‘Stop delaying justice’ initiative, what impact did it have on Gary Cox’s case? 15. What sentence is Steven Malcom given?
Business Studies [AS]
BUSINESS STUDIES
AS-level
► What are the main features of this course?
In AS, students will study:
• Theme One: Marketing and People
• Theme Two: Managing Business Activities
At A2, students will continue by studying:
• Theme Three: Business Decisions and Strategy
• Theme Four: Global Business
► Hours of lessons per week: 5
► Indicative group size: 24
► How is the course assessed?
This AS course is assessed through two examinations taken in June.
Students who take this course into A2 students will take a further three
exams.
► Where can I go next?
This course is an acceptable entry qualification for entry into
management training in a variety of business organisations as well as
for Higher Education.
Students have a range of degrees to choose from including:
• Business Management
• Human Resource Management
• Accounting and Finance
• Marketing
Need More Information? Contact:
Sarah Harwood
Head of Law and Academic Business
sharwood@jcc.ac.ukAS BUSINESS STUDIES SUBJECT OVERVIEW The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Business is structured into four themes and consists of three externally examined papers. Students are introduced to business in Themes 1 and 2 through building knowledge of core business concepts and applying them to business contexts to develop a broad understanding of how businesses work. Breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding, with applications to a wider range of contexts and more complex business information, are developed in Themes 3 and 4, requiring students to take a more strategic view of business opportunities and issues. Students are encouraged to use an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to the study of business, to understand that business behaviour can be studied from a range of perspectives and to challenge assumptions. New Student Welcome Day 2021
SUMMER CHALLENGE
Write a report about an entrepreneur of your choosing.
> • The person can be a historical or contemporary entrepreneur
• The report can take any format you feel is appropriate.
The format of your report could be a traditional essay, an online blog,
> a presentation or even a video! You are in charge, the more
creative, the better!
> This project will help us to assess your suitability for studying AS Business
Studies at Joseph Chamberlain College in September. There will be an
examination based loosely on this research within the first two weeks
of college.
HINTS & TIPS
> Success Criteria.
Make sure you include the following areas in your report.
• Why have you chosen this entrepreneur?
• Their background – where did they go to school, what did their
parents do? etc.
• How did they become an entrepreneur? E.g. Did they start a business
at university? Did they have a market stall?
• Why did they choose to set up their own business? What inspired
them?
• A brief history of their company / companies / product. E.g. How did
they get the money, where did they get the idea, how did they
launch it? etc.
• Were there any problems along the way?
• What is their life like now? What keeps them motivated? Do they have
any more things they want to do?
• What can you learn from them? This is KEY – what have you learned
from their experience & how would this help you if you were to set up
your own business?
Please bring your finished work with you when you come in for enrolment.
> Please mark it “For the attention of Shakir – Business Studies Department.”
AS BUSINESS STUDIESAS BUSINESS STUDIES A level Business studies transition work The way people watch TV is changing. More and more people are streaming shows online and watching TV when it suits them, rather than watching traditional broadcast TV. This has been helped by the growth of streaming services like Netflix, and also because people now watch TV on lots of different devices, like smart phones and tablets. Younger viewers are crucial to the future success of the UK’s public service broadcasters – BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, S4C and STV – and how they adapt to the changes in how people are watching TV. So, it is especially important for them to hear your creative ideas and thoughts about the future of TV. As part of your summer project you are to submit either a video or a blog post in response to the following question: “What must traditional broadcasters and streaming services do to make sure they appeal to the audiences of tomorrow?” In your entries, I will be looking for original and innovative ideas, convincing arguments, and clearly expressed thoughts. I want to see as much thought, business studies knowledge and most importantly, creativity as possible – so let your ideas run wild! Deadline: Please bring your summer work with you on the first day of college (September 2020) Resources: www.smallscreenbigdebate.co.uk/what-is-ssbd/ssbd-five-year-review www.ofcom.org.uk/ data/assets/pdf_file/0022/155155/future-public- service-media.pdf www.ofcom.org.uk/ data/assets/pdf_file/0019/160714/media-nations-2019- uk-report.pdf www.ofcom.org.uk/ data/assets/pdf_file/0022/124078/report-bbc- representation-portrayal.pdf www.ofcom.org.uk/ data/assets/pdf_file/0026/111896/Public-service- broadcasting-in-the-digital-age.pdf www.bbc.co.uk/news/topics/c40rjmqdwr7t/television New Student Welcome Day 2021
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