Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Bradford. Classes run at Belle Vue Girls' Academy, full-time during the day. This two-year course gives you a grounding in the legal sector, covering civil law, criminal law, and how disputes are resolved. The content was developed with employers, higher education institutions, and professional bodies in the legal field. To enrol, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
Who this course is for
This qualification aims to give a coherent introduction to study of the legal sector. It has been developed in collaboration with employers and representatives from higher education and relevant professional bodies. In this way, the content is up to date and it includes the knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes required in the legal sector. The learning programme covers the following content areas:dispute solving in civil law, investigating aspects of criminal law and the legal system, applying the law, consumer law
Entry requirements
To enrol on this course you will need a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grades4 or above including Mathematics and English.
What you will learn
You'll explore how civil law works and how disputes are resolved outside and inside court.
You'll study key areas of criminal law and how cases are investigated and prosecuted.
You'll develop knowledge of the legal sector that employers and universities look for.
You'll build an understanding of how legal processes and institutions operate in England and Wales.
You'll learn how to apply legal knowledge to real scenarios and case studies.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Belle Vue Girls' Academy. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate uses a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set assessments. Assignments are based on tasks and case studies that reflect legal practice. External assessments test your knowledge of core legal content under timed conditions. Your teachers will mark and moderate your coursework throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Belle Vue Girls' Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Legal secretary: supporting solicitors with documents and administration
Court clerk: assisting with case management in courts
Paralegal: carrying out legal research and drafting under supervision
Legal administrator: handling casework admin in a law firm
Police officer: entry-level role in law enforcement
