NCEA Level 2 Legal Studies
12LST Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms H. Hingston
This course is recommended for students who are considering a pathway in any of the varied and dynamic legal careers available in today's job market and for those students who are interested in following a career in politics or public policy. In Level 2 Legal Studies topics include contract law, litigation, the Treaty of Waitangi, the court system and the role of the legislature, executive and judiciary in law making in New Zealand. Students do not need to have completed the NCEA Level 1 Legal Studies course to enrol in 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.
Pathway Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have Level 1 Literacy (10 credits) or 10 Level 1 Legal Studies credits or at the discretion of the HOD.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. 27836 v2 Explain concepts of democracy and government in a New Zealand context | 2 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 27839 v2 Explain concepts of justice | 2 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 27842 v2 Explain concepts of law | 2 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 27845 v2 Explain litigation and dispute resolution processes | 2 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 27848 v2 Explain a law making process | 2 |
I |
4 |
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| U.S. 27851 v2 Explain systems for the formation of central government, and their consequences in a New Zealand context | 2 |
I |
4 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 24 credits.