November 22, 2022

On the 22nd of November, Elliott Hudson College students visited the National Justice Museum in Nottingham. The students, who are studying A Level Law, were able to explore various exhibits and themes within the museum.

Amongst the highlights of the trip, was preparation for the class’s upcoming mock trial, where one of the students was chosen to be a Judge and Barrister. The whole group was involved in the case by answering questions and giving their opinions on who committed the offence.

The students have been learning about criminal law and defences as part of their A-level Law course, so the trip was an opportunity to apply the knowledge they had been learning in class to a real-life scenario.

The students also went behind bars for the prison experience, where they learned about prison life and how prisoners were punished for committing crimes during the 18th and 19th Century.

The museum brings together elements of law and history through exhibits and interactive displays. Students can find out more about crime and punishment from its medieval origins to the present-day UK.

“Participating in the mock trial in the museum’s court room has shown me what it’s like to take on the role of a professional barrister. I was able to experience how they analysed facts and evidence to prepare questions for witnesses and make their case to the jury.” Said Hanim Abdalla, A Level Law student.

“The experience given them insight into how the legal system works and what it is like to be a legal professional or a barrister. This trip is important because it allows our students to take on the roles of numerous legal professionals within the grandeur of a court room. In addition to this, students were able to bring their learning to life, understanding life after a guilty verdict by participating in the prison experience.” Said Mrs Roden, Law Teacher.