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WJEC AS/A Level Law Past Papers & Mark Schemes

Free WJEC A Level Law past papers & mark schemes. Units 1–4: legal systems, tort, substantive law practice & perspectives. 42 resources.

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Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 4: Written: Substantive Law Perspectives – Past Paper – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Past Paper – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 2: Written: The Law of Tort – Past Paper – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 3: Written: The Practice of Substantive Law – Past Paper – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 3: Written: The Practice of Substantive Law – Mark Scheme – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 4: Written: Substantive Law Perspectives – Mark Scheme – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Mark Scheme – Summer 2023

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 2: Written: The Law of Tort – Mark Scheme – Summer 2023

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Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Past Paper – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 2: Written: The Law of Tort – Past Paper – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 3: Written: The Practice of Substantive Law – Past Paper – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 4: Written: Substantive Law Perspectives – Past Paper – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 3: Written: The Practice of Substantive Law – Mark Scheme – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 4: Written: Substantive Law Perspectives – Mark Scheme – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Mark Scheme – Summer 2022

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 2: Written: The Law of Tort – Mark Scheme – Summer 2022

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Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 3: Written: The Practice of Substantive Law – Past Paper – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 4: Written: Substantive Law Perspectives – Past Paper – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 2: Written: The Law of Tort – Past Paper – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Past Paper – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 3: Written: The Practice of Substantive Law – Mark Scheme – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 4: Written: Substantive Law Perspectives – Mark Scheme – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Mark Scheme – Summer 2019

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 2: Written: The Law of Tort – Mark Scheme – Summer 2019

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Summer 2018

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AS/A Level Law – Unit 1: Written: The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems – Mark Scheme – Summer 2018

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Legal Systems, Tort, and Substantive Law: WJEC’s Structured Introduction to the Law

WJEC AS/A Level Law provides a rigorous introduction to the Welsh and English legal systems, combining the study of legal institutions and processes with applied analysis of substantive law. The four-unit qualification is entirely examination-based, demanding both knowledge of legal principles and the skill to apply them to hypothetical scenarios. Unit 1 — The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems (AS, 1 hour 30 minutes, 25% of A Level) — covers the rule of law, sources of law (legislation, judicial precedent, delegated legislation), the court hierarchy, and the roles of legal personnel. It also addresses the distinctive position of Welsh law-making within the devolved framework, reflecting WJEC’s Welsh context. Unit 2 — The Law of Tort (AS, 1 hour 30 minutes, 25%) — introduces civil liability through negligence, occupiers’ liability, nuisance, and the tort of Rylands v Fletcher. Candidates apply legal rules to problem scenarios, demonstrating the ability to identify issues, state relevant law, apply it to facts, and reach a conclusion (the IRAC method). Unit 3 — The Practice of Substantive Law (A2, 2 hours, 25%) — extends into criminal law (murder, manslaughter, non-fatal offences, defences) and contract law. Unit 4 — Substantive Law Perspectives (A2, 2 hours, 25%) — develops evaluative skills, requiring candidates to assess the effectiveness of legal rules and propose reforms. The 42 resources include papers and mark schemes for all four units.

Exam Paper Structure

Unit 1No calculator

The Nature of Law and the Welsh and English Legal Systems

1 hour 30 minutes🎯 75 marks📊 25% of grade
Rule of law and sources of lawLegislation and judicial precedentCourt hierarchy and legal personnelWelsh law-making and devolution
Unit 2No calculator

The Law of Tort

1 hour 30 minutes🎯 75 marks📊 25% of grade
Negligence: duty, breach, causation, remotenessOccupiers’ liabilityNuisance and Rylands v FletcherProblem-based application of tort law
Unit 3No calculator

The Practice of Substantive Law

2 hours🎯 100 marks📊 25% of grade
Murder and manslaughterNon-fatal offences against the personDefences in criminal lawContract law fundamentals
Unit 4No calculator

Substantive Law Perspectives

2 hours🎯 100 marks📊 25% of grade
Critical evaluation of legal rulesLaw reform proposalsComparative legal analysisSynoptic application

Key Information

Exam BoardWJEC
Specification Code601/7646/4 (AS) / 601/7647/6 (A Level)
QualificationAS/A Level
Grading ScaleA*–E (A Level), A–E (AS)
Assessment Type4 written exams (no coursework)
TiersNo tiers
Number Of Papers4 units
Exam DurationUnit 1: 1 hr 30 min; Unit 2: 1 hr 30 min; Unit 3: 2 hrs; Unit 4: 2 hrs
Total Marks320
Calculator StatusNot required
Available SessionsSummer series
Total Resources42

Key Topics in Law

Topics you need to know

Sources of law: legislation, precedent, delegated legislationCourt hierarchy and the appellate systemWelsh law-making within the devolved frameworkNegligence and the law of tortCriminal liability: murder, manslaughter, and defencesContract law: formation, terms, and remediesLegal reform and the role of the Law CommissionProblem-solving using the IRAC method

Exam Command Words

Command wordWhat the examiner expects
ExplainGive a clear account of a legal rule, principle, or process
EvaluateAssess the effectiveness or fairness of a legal rule
AdviseApply the law to a problem scenario and recommend an outcome
DiscussExamine arguments for and against a legal proposition
AnalyseBreak down a legal issue into its component elements

Typical Grade Boundaries

GradeApproximate mark needed
A*78–88%
A68–77%
B57–67%
C46–56%
D35–45%
E24–34%

⚠️ Typical A Level boundaries across all four units (350 total marks). Boundaries vary by session.

Case Authority and Structured Application: Performing Well in WJEC Law

Legal authority is the currency of A Level Law. Every rule you state should be supported by a cited case or statute. Build a case bank for each topic: for negligence, know Donoghue v Stevenson (duty of care), Caparo v Dickman (three-part test), Nettleship v Weston (standard of care), and The Wagon Mound (remoteness of damage). You do not need to memorise full case facts — a brief identifier and the legal principle established is sufficient. Problem-based questions in Units 2 and 3 follow the IRAC structure: Identify the legal issue, state the Rule (with case authority), Apply the rule to the specific facts, and reach a Conclusion. Practise this structure until it becomes instinctive. Common errors include identifying the issue but failing to apply the law to the given scenario, or reaching a conclusion without working through the application stage. Unit 4 essay questions demand critical evaluation. When asked whether a legal rule is satisfactory, present the current position with authority, identify specific criticisms (e.g., inconsistency between cases, outdated principles, Law Commission recommendations), and evaluate proposed reforms. The strongest answers demonstrate awareness that legal rules exist within a broader social and political context.

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