Course Summary

Year 1: BTEC Certificate in Applied Law

Year 2: BTEC Diploma in Applied Law

This programme has been designed for students with an interest in the running of the law and how crimes are dealt with.  It provides a broad educational basis for moving into appropriate employment within the business and legal sectors.  The course explores headline-grabbing crimes such as murder as well as day-to-day issues that arise such as problems with neighbours or entering into a contract.

Knowledge of the law is helpful as you will be able to understand and appreciate how cases are dealt with and it provides you with excellent career prospects.

Entry requirements

You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English Language at grade 5 (C/B) and Maths at grade 4 (C).

A recent school report will be required which demonstrates a committed attitude to learning.

It is assumed that students enrol on a two-year A-level programme of study consisting of three or more subjects. However, students will be expected to demonstrate a committed attitude to learning and make positive progress in their first year of study. To progress to the second year, you will need to demonstrate a Merit grade or above in your first year.

Course Content

Mandatory Units:

Year 1

• Unit 1: Dispute Solving in Civil Law
• Unit 2: Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System

Mandatory Units:

Year 2

• Unit 1: Dispute Solving in Civil Law (continued)
• Unit 2: Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System (continued)
• Unit 3: Applying the Law
• Unit 4: Aspects of Family Law OR
• Unit 7: Aspects of Tort

How will I be assessed?

In Year 1 assessment will consist of 50% controlled, external assessment and 50% coursework.

In Year 2 assessment will consist of 58% external, controlled assessment and 42% coursework. 

Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required?

Students are expected to purchase a USB memory stick on which to save their work.

What can I do after this course?

Some of the potential careers that can be pursued include:

• Solicitor
• Barrister
• Legal Executive
• Teacher
• Lecturer
• Licensed Conveyancer
• Advice Worker
• Chartered Accountant
• Civil Service Administrator
• Human Resources Officer

Note - you only need to make one application for A-levels. You can specify the additional A-Levels you wish to study when you fill out the application form

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