Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. You'll study criminal law, family law, tort law, and how civil disputes are resolved, using real cases to see how the law works in practice. Guest speakers including solicitors and barristers contribute to the course, and there are visits to local courts and London's Old Bailey and Supreme Court. You'll need GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above to apply.
Who this course is for
Have you always had an interest in the Law?
Do you want to know more about the way that the UK legal system works, such as the Courts system and Police processes? How about learning about real life case examples to explain how to build a case to solve a violent crime? If these appeal to you then BTEC Law is the course for you!
Entry requirements
GCSE English Language Grade 4 or above.
A genuine interest in current affairs.
What you will learn
You'll explore how criminal law defines and prosecutes offences, using real case studies.
You'll examine family law, including divorce, child custody, and related legal processes.
You'll investigate tort law and how the legal system resolves harm and loss.
You'll analyse how civil disputes are solved through the courts.
You'll develop legal research skills by studying real cases and statutes.
You'll practise clear written and verbal communication for assignments and exams.
You'll build problem-solving skills by applying legal principles to real-life scenarios.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, case study analysis, and coursework assignments. Assessment is split between exams (58%) and coursework (42%). You'll also benefit from guest speakers from the legal profession and visits to working courts, giving you direct exposure to how the legal system operates in practice.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Legal secretary, supporting solicitors and barristers with casework and administration.
Court clerk, assisting with the running of court proceedings.
Police officer, applying knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
Paralegal, carrying out legal research and drafting documents under supervision.
Probation officer, working with offenders within the justice system.
Legal administrator, managing case files and correspondence in 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.
BA Criminology. Builds on criminal law and justice themes from this course.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business or Public Services. An alternative higher-level route for roles in the public sector or legal support services.
Level 3 BTEC in Business or Public Services. If you want to broaden your options alongside law.
