NCEA Level 1 Legal Studies
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms H. Hingston.
If you are thinking of following a career path in law or in politics, this is the course for you. Level 1 Legal Studies includes topics such as Parliament and how laws are made, the court system, why we make laws and the impact laws and the legal system have on you as a New Zealand citizen. This course covers the basics and is a good foundation course for NCEA Level 2 Legal Studies.
Here is an overview of some rewarding legal career opportunities: Workplace Relations Advisor, Legal Nurse Consultant, E-Discovery Consultant, Public Order and Safety (Police), the Defence Force, Jury Consultant, Trial Consultant, Legal Executive, Personal Assistant, Office Administration Specialist and Legal Assistant in banks, government departments and other large organisations.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have a reasonable level of literacy. At the discretion of the HOD.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Describe concepts of democracy and government
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Describe concepts of justice
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Describe the purpose of law
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Describe litigation processes in New Zealand
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Describe law making processes
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Describe New Zealand's system of government and the process for forming a government
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines