This course requires 2 options.
Level 3 Legal Studies
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Gordon, Mrs S. McCabe.
Students will gain a broad understanding of how law develops in our society so that they can take their full place within it, as confident, informed and responsible young adults. It helps students understand their rights, roles and responsibilities as participants in a legal system within a democratic society. Students will also gain an understanding of how New Zealand government works and compare this to other governments in the world. There will be field trips that include the Justice Precinct to observe New Zealand law in action.
As this course is fully internally assessed, an attendance rate of 80% or more is required to enter the course.
Students are expected to complete the four units offered below.
Not a UE approved subject.
Recommended Prior Learning
Nil. This course is complemented by study of Level 2 Legal Studies, History and Classical Studies, but does not exclude students who have not done these.
Assessment Information
All assessments are internally assessed in open book tests.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of the development of the New Zealand legal system
NZQA Info
Evaluate a concept of justice in relation to an actual situation
NZQA Info
Evaluate a law making process in relation to a significant legal issue
NZQA Info
Evaluate systems of government and their formation