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International Advanced Level Law – Mark scheme – Paper 2 (YLA1) – June 2023

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International Advanced Level Law – Examiner report – Paper 2 (YLA1) – June 2023

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June 2022

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A-level Law – Question paper: Paper 1 – June 2022

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International Advanced Level Law – Question paper – Paper 1 (YLA1) – June 2022

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International Advanced Level Law – Examiner report – Paper 1 (YLA1) – June 2022

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November 2021

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A-level Law – Question paper: Paper 1 – November 2021

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June 2021

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International Advanced Level Law – Mark scheme – Paper 2 (YLA1) – June 2021

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November 2020

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A-level Law – Question paper (Modified A4 18pt): Paper 1 – November 2020

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A-level Law – Mark scheme: Paper 2 – November 2020

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October 2020

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International Advanced Level Law – Examiner report – Paper 2 – October 2020

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International Advanced Level Law – Examiner report – Paper 1 – October 2020

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International Advanced Level Law – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – October 2020

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International Advanced Level Law – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – October 2020

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International Advanced Level Law – Question paper – Paper 2 – October 2020

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June 2019

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October 2018

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International Advanced Level Law – Examiner report – Paper 2 – October 2018

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June 2018

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June 2017

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October 2017

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International Advanced Level Law – Mark scheme – Unit 2 (YLA1) – October 2017

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October 2016

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June 2016

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International Advanced Level Law – Mark scheme – Paper 2 (YLA0_02) – June 2016

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June 2015

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International Advanced Level Law – Examiner report – Paper 1 and 2 – June 2007

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The English Legal System, Criminal Law, and the Law of Tort

Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level Law introduces students to the principles and workings of the English legal system and substantive areas of law, developing analytical reasoning, case law application, and critical evaluation skills valued in legal, political, and business careers worldwide. Across 74 resources covering multiple examination series, students can practise both the legal system and criminal law (Paper 1) and tort law with jurisprudence (Paper 2). Paper 1 (YLA0/01 or YLA1): The Legal System and Criminal Law examines the structure and operation of the English legal system — the court hierarchy, the doctrine of judicial precedent (stare decisis), statutory interpretation (literal, golden, mischief, purposive approaches), delegated legislation, the legal profession (barristers, solicitors, judges), and the jury system. The criminal law component covers the elements of criminal liability (actus reus and mens rea), murder and voluntary manslaughter (loss of control, diminished responsibility), involuntary manslaughter (unlawful act, gross negligence), non-fatal offences against the person (assault, battery, ABH, GBH), and criminal defences (self-defence, intoxication, insanity, automatism). Paper 2 (YLA0/02 or YLA1): The Law of Tort and the Nature of Law covers the tort of negligence (duty of care established through Caparo v Dickman's three-stage test, breach of duty, causation — both factual and legal, and remoteness of damage), occupiers' liability (the 1957 and 1984 Acts), vicarious liability, nuisance (private and public), and the Rylands v Fletcher strict liability doctrine. The nature of law component explores jurisprudential questions — the relationship between law and morality, law and justice, the rule of law, and different theories of law (natural law, positivism, realism). The qualification develops the ability to apply legal principles to factual scenarios — a skill that directly mirrors the professional work of lawyers and judges.

Exam Paper Structure

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The Legal System and Criminal Law

⏱ 1 hour 30 minutes🎯 80 marks📊 50% of grade
Court structure and the doctrine of precedentStatutory interpretation and delegated legislationThe legal profession and the jury systemCriminal liability (actus reus and mens rea)Murder, manslaughter, and non-fatal offencesCriminal defences (self-defence, intoxication, insanity)
Paper 2No calculator

The Law of Tort and the Nature of Law

⏱ 1 hour 30 minutes🎯 80 marks📊 50% of grade
Negligence (duty, breach, causation, remoteness)Occupiers' liability (1957 and 1984 Acts)Vicarious liability and nuisanceRylands v Fletcher strict liabilityLaw and morality, law and justiceTheories of law (natural law, positivism, realism)

Key Information

Exam BoardPearson Edexcel
Specification CodeYLA0 / YLA1
QualificationInternational Advanced Level
Grading ScaleA*–E
Assessment TypeWritten examinations
Paper 1The Legal System and Criminal Law (1 hr 30 min, 80 marks)
Paper 2The Law of Tort and the Nature of Law (1 hr 30 min, 80 marks)
Legal SystemBased on the English legal system (common law tradition)
Case LawKnowledge of specific cases is required throughout
Exam SessionsJanuary and June
Total Resources74

Key Topics in Law

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The English legal system (courts, precedent, legislation)Criminal law (murder, manslaughter, non-fatal offences)Criminal defences and sentencingTort of negligence (Caparo test, breach, causation)Occupiers' liability and vicarious liabilityNuisance and strict liability (Rylands v Fletcher)Jurisprudence (law and morality, theories of law)Legal reasoning and case law application

Exam Command Words

Command wordWhat the examiner expects
AdviseApply relevant legal principles to the facts of the scenario — identify issues, state the law with case authority, apply to facts, and reach a conclusion
DiscussExamine a legal issue from multiple perspectives — consider arguments for and against, using case law and statutory authority
EvaluateAssess the effectiveness, fairness, or adequacy of a legal rule, institution, or process — consider strengths, weaknesses, and reform proposals
ExplainSet out the legal position clearly — define key terms, state relevant rules, and illustrate with case examples
DescribeGive a detailed account of a legal process, institution, or principle — include relevant detail and examples
ConsiderExamine the legal issues raised by the facts — apply relevant law and reach a reasoned conclusion

Typical Grade Boundaries

GradeApproximate mark needed
A*90% cumulative UMS, A2 units at 90%+
A80% cumulative UMS
B70% cumulative UMS
C60% cumulative UMS
D50% cumulative UMS
E40% cumulative UMS

⚠️ Law IAL grades are determined by total UMS across both papers. Pearson publishes specific grade boundaries for each examination session.

Case Law Application, IRAC Structure, and Evaluating Legal Principles

IAL Law is built on case law, and the ability to cite relevant cases accurately distinguishes good candidates from excellent ones. For each legal principle, learn at least two cases: the leading authority that established the principle and a more recent case that applied, modified, or distinguished it. For example, the 'thin skull rule' in causation was established in Smith v Leech Brain (1962) but also applied in criminal law in R v Blaue (1975). Cite cases using correct format: party names in italics or underlined, with the year in brackets. Scenario questions — where you must apply legal principles to a fictitious factual situation — are the highest-value questions on each paper. Use the IRAC structure: Issue (identify the legal issue raised by the facts), Rule (state the relevant legal principle with case authority), Application (apply the principle to the specific facts, explaining how the facts satisfy or fail to satisfy each element), and Conclusion (reach a clear legal conclusion). Do not simply describe the law and then state 'therefore X is liable' — the application must be detailed and specific. For criminal law, the distinction between actus reus and mens rea is fundamental. Every offence question should begin by identifying both elements. For murder: actus reus = unlawful killing of a reasonable creature in being under the Queen's peace; mens rea = intention to kill or cause GBH (R v Vickers). Then consider whether any partial defence (loss of control under the Coroners and Justice Act 2009, or diminished responsibility under s2 Homicide Act 1957 as amended) reduces murder to voluntary manslaughter. Evaluation questions ask you to assess the effectiveness, fairness, or adequacy of legal rules or institutions. Don't simply list advantages and disadvantages — weigh them against each other. For example, when evaluating the jury system: democratic participation and public confidence are significant advantages, but jury nobbling, media influence, and the inability of some jurors to understand complex fraud cases are genuine limitations. The best evaluations consider reform proposals and whether alternatives would better achieve the aims of justice.

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