BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Henley-on-Thames. Classes run at The Henley College, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study the Criminal Legal System, Dispute Resolution in Civil Law, and the Application of Law in Practice. Optional units cover Family Law and Contract Law. The level 3 BTEC applied law qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel and is widely accepted by universities as part of an application. You'll need five GCSE passes including English and Maths at grade 4, plus three further grade 4s.
Who this course is for
The course entails mandatory units looking at aspects of the Criminal Legal System, Dispute Resolution in Civil Law and the Application of Law in Practice. Optional units of study include Family and Contract Law.
Entry requirements
5 GCSE passes inc English 4, Maths 4. and 3 more 4s
What you will learn
You'll study how the Criminal Legal System works in England and Wales.
You'll explore how civil disputes are resolved through courts and other processes.
You'll apply legal principles to practical scenarios through the Application of Law in Practice unit.
You'll examine Family Law, including how the courts handle family breakdown and child arrangements.
You'll study Contract Law, covering how legally binding agreements are formed and enforced.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Henley College. Assessment is through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations, as is standard for Pearson Edexcel BTEC National qualifications at Level 3. There are optional visits to Law Courts, which give you the chance to see legal proceedings in person. Course books cost £24, and court visits are optional at £20.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Henley College will confirm anything else you need before you start. Budget for course books at £24. Optional Law Court visits cost an additional £20.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Paralegal, supporting solicitors with casework and legal research
Legal secretary, handling administration in law firms
Court clerk, assisting with court administration and proceedings
Police officer, where knowledge of criminal law is directly relevant
