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Access to HE Law Course in Kensington and Chelsea

CostFREE
Duration33 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start16 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Access to HE Law Course in Kensington and Chelsea. Classes run at Morley College London North Kensington Campus, part-time during the day over 33 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, so check the college website for current funding options.

This Level 3 access to HE law qualification prepares you for a law degree at university. You'll study core areas of law including Tort, Contract, and Criminal Law, alongside Sociology modules that support your legal studies. The course is for learners aged 19 or over. You should have GCSE English at grades A to C (or a Level 2 equivalent); GCSE Maths at the same level is desirable.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma (Law), recognised by universities across the UK.

Who this course is for

This pathway is intended for students who wish to study for a Law degree at University but do not have the required entry qualifications. Our Diploma is recognised by all HE Institutions: last year all of our successful students went on to study law at University. Many students continue to read law at prestigious universities such as SOAS, Cambridge, Kings and Exeter. This Diploma covers a wide range of areas within law such as Tort, Contract and Criminal Law and a modules in Sociology in preparation for degree level with a strong focus on core modules required at university. You will also study the English Legal System and take part in mock trials in units such as the trial process. The course equips students with the tools needed to study Law at undergraduate level by developing legal research skills, improving essay writing, examination preparation and note taking techniques through study skills. Students will also be supported through the university application process.

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19 or over. You should have GCSE English Grades A-C / 4-9 or Level 2 equivalent, and GCSE Maths Grades A-C / 4-9 or Level 2 equivalent is desirable.You will need these two qualifications in addition to the Access to HE Diploma to progress to most university undergraduate programmes.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of Tort Law, including negligence and liability.
  • You'll study Contract Law, covering formation, terms, and breach.
  • You'll examine Criminal Law, including offences, defences, and sentencing.
  • You'll develop an understanding of Sociology as it relates to law and society.
  • You'll build the academic writing and analytical skills universities expect.
  • You'll learn how to construct legal arguments and evaluate case law.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at the North Kensington Campus. Learning is classroom based, with tutor-led sessions covering each area of law. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework completed throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your understanding across all units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Morley College London North Kensington Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Paralegal, supports solicitors in a law firm or legal department.
  • Legal secretary, handles administration and documentation for legal teams.
  • Court clerk, assists with case management in magistrates or county courts.
  • Compliance officer, ensures organisations follow legal and regulatory rules.
  • Police officer, enforces the law and investigates crime.
  • Civil service administrator, works on policy or legal affairs in government.

What you could study next

  • LLB Law Degree, the standard undergraduate route to qualifying as a solicitor or barrister.
  • BA Criminology, for those interested in crime, justice, and social policy.
  • BA Sociology, building on the Sociology modules in this course.
  • Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), for graduates who want to convert to law after a different first degree.
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