5 Summary

You have practiced problem-solving, considered the role of law in society and what is justice.

After studying this week you should:

  • understand the importance of problem-solving and good written skills
  • be able to explain the complexities surrounding law and justice
  • be able to explain examples of the role of law in society.

Now you’ve completed Legal skills and debates in Scotland, you may like to enrol on these free OpenLearn courses:

The Scottish Parliament and law making

Scottish courts and the law

Law and change: Scottish legal heroes

And if you would like to take your study in this subject area further, sign up to the Open University course Law making in Scotland.