9 law and justice
Law and Justice The School of Law, Social Sciences and Communications (LSSC) offers a wide range of activities and taster sessions throughout the year. Taster days are a great opportunity for students to see our dedicated facilities, meet academic staff and students, find out about the courses offered and get an overview of life as a law student. In 2010 a new purpose built court room was completed. Activity name HSLAWJ01
Courses and careers in Law
For sixth form students we can offer a master class on a specific area of law, offer information on careers in law, and interactive exercises which can develop skills such as teamwork, leadership and negotiation.
Capacity 10-30
Duration up to 1 hour
Activity description This session will communicate key information on careers in the law, including the career routes to follow towards qualification as a solicitor or a barrister. In addition, the session will outline law courses offered by the University and extra curricular activities available to students. Activity name HSLAWJ02
Law master class
Capacity 10-25
Duration 1-2 hours
Price A Key words Law Diploma (SHD) Key Stages 4 & 5 Levels 1 - 3 Price A
Activity description In this session, students will be able to attend a taster lecture on a subject linked to their current studies. Master class subjects can include a wide range of important areas in civil or criminal law.
Key words Law Key Stages 4 & 5 Levels 1 - 3
Activity name HSLAWJ03
Price A
Interactive exercises
Capacity 10-25
Duration 1-2 hours
Activity description Interactive legal skills sessions are available, aimed at identifying and developing key skills required for a career in law. One popular session is a negotiation exercise, which builds on skills of teamwork and leadership, towards achieving a negotiated goal or compromise.
Key words Law Key Stages 4 & 5 Levels 1 - 3
Activity name HSLAWJ04
Price A
Mock court trial
Capacity 10-25
Duration up to 1 hour
Activity description The University can also offer a student mock trial which sixth form students can observe. This identifies court etiquette, develops subject knowledge, and gives students a practical experience of a career in law.
Key words Law Diploma (SHD) Key Stages 4 & 5 Levels 1 - 3