BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Egham. Classes run at Strode's College, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. You'll study criminal and civil law, the institutions that make up the legal system, and the people who work within it. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Applied Law Qualification covers core law subjects and sits well alongside A Levels in English, History, Sociology, Psychology, and Business. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or English Literature, to enrol.
Who this course is for
BTEC Law will give you the opportunity to study various types of Law and the system of rules that govern our society. Law touches nearly every aspect of our daily lives and the BTEC allows students to study core subjects, including criminal and civil law plus institutions and people involved in the law. Common combinations include A Level English, History, Sociology, Psychology, Government and Politics and A Level or BTEC Business.
Entry requirements
Requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or English Literature
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of criminal law and how cases are prosecuted
You'll study civil law and how disputes between individuals and organisations are resolved
You'll learn how the courts and legal institutions in England and Wales are structured
You'll examine the roles of legal professionals, including solicitors, barristers, and judges
You'll analyse how law affects everyday life and society
You'll develop skills in legal reasoning and constructing arguments
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations. Classroom sessions cover the core content, and you'll complete coursework tasks that are marked by your tutors and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. Some units are assessed through written exams set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Strode's College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Paralegal, supporting solicitors with casework and research
Legal secretary, handling admin and documents in a law firm
Court clerk, assisting with the running of court proceedings
Police officer, where knowledge of criminal law is directly relevant
Legal apprentice, combining work and further training at a law firm
What you could study next
LLB Law Degree. The most direct route if you want to qualify as a solicitor or barrister. Most universities accept BTEC qualifications for entry.
BA Criminology or Criminal Justice. Builds on the criminal law content you've studied.
CILEX Level 3 Certificate in Law. A work-based route into the legal profession as a Chartered Legal Executive.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business or Public Services. An alternative higher-level option if you want to combine law with a broader subject.
