AS/A2 LEVELS
Where does Applied Information & Communication Technology take me?
Applied ICT leads on to degree courses in Multimedia, Computing, Interactive Media, Games Design, Web Design, 3D Graphics and Animation. You will be suitable for jobs requiring high level IT skills but it is also a good grounding for any work where ICT plays an important role.
What do I need? You will need to achieve a grade C in GCSE English Language as there is a lot of written work that is required to support your technical evidence. You will also need a genuine interest in IT and a willingness to develop not only your IT skills but also your planning and work management skills.
You can choose to study Applied ICT as either a Single Award (one A-level) or a Double Award (two A-levels). Be aware you need a clear interest in programming if you are going to take the Double Award as this will be a major part of your studies. Please make it clear on your application form which course you have chosen.
LAW
Why study Law? Law is a valuable subject, as it affects so much of our lives. It is, therefore, important to understand the law making process. The course allows you to question a Barrister who will come to the College and give you a talk on the legal profession and see how the legal profession operates in a court of law by visiting the courts and seeing the Barristers and Judges at work. Towards the end of the year, you will be given the opportunity to apply your legal knowledge in a mock trial. This allows you to develop your oral communication skills, which are valuable in interviews and everyday life.
What do I study? Year 1 (AS) Unit 1: Law Making The legislative process including Influences upon Parliament, Delegated Legislation, Judge-made Law and Statutory Interpretation
The Legal System Courts and other methods of solving disputes without going to court, Judges, juries, Magistrates, Solicitors and Barristers and sources of advice and funding
Unit 2: Introduction to Criminal Liability Underlying principles of criminal liability, including court procedures and sentencing
Introduction to Tort Liability in negligence including civil court procedures and damages
Year 2 (A2) Unit 3: Fatal offences against the person including murder, voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, non-fatal offences against the person and defences or Contract formation, contract terms, vitiating factors, discharge of contract and remedies
Unit 4: Offences against property including theft and robbery, burglary, blackmail, fraud, making off without payment, criminal damage and defences or Negligence, occupiers’ liability, nuisance and escape of dangerous things, vicarious liability, defences and remedies
and Law and morals, law and justice, judicial creativity, fault and balancing conflicting interests.
There is no coursework in A-level Law.
Where does Law take me? Law is useful for a large number of careers, including not only Law but also Journalism, the Police, Social Services, careers in central and local Government and opportunities in Europe.
What do I need? You need to have at least a grade C in English Language as you must be able to use language to express complex ideas. This is strongly recommended as assessment is based entirely on essay work. Furthermore, you should be willing to take an interest in current affairs, read widely and discuss issues in class.
OUR STUDENTS CHARLOTTE
WOODS WOODLANDS SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE HISTORY, MEDIA, SOCIOLOGY, A1 COURSE
“I chose Palmer’s because the courses looked really exciting and as I walked into the College it was instantly welcoming and friendly.
It has a really relaxed yet motivating atmosphere that is perfect for studying and socialising. It is nice to come to a place where you feel welcome and ready for work everyday.”
After Palmer’s College Charlotte would like to continue her studies at university in English to pursue a career in journalism or teaching.
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