Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Portsmouth. Classes run full-time at COPC Sixth Form Campus, starting September 2026 and lasting one year. You'll study criminal law, tort law, and contract law through a mix of coursework and exams. The course includes mock trials, case studies, and visits to courts, Parliament, and the Supreme Court. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language. The level 3 BTEC applied law qualification is equivalent to one AS Level.
Who this course is for
For those who prefer a combination of coursework and exams rather than purely written examinations at the end of two years of study, the course explores the foundation units of law including criminal, tort and contract law.
Entry requirements
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language.
What you will learn
You'll explore the foundations of criminal law, including how offences are defined and prosecuted.
You'll study tort law, covering negligence and how civil wrongs are resolved.
You'll examine contract law and how legally binding agreements work in practice.
You'll analyse real legal cases and apply the law to different scenarios.
You'll develop legal research and essay-writing skills.
You'll practise communication and legal argument through mock trials in a mock courtroom.
You'll build an understanding of how the courts and legal system operate in England and Wales.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, case studies, and mock trials in a dedicated mock courtroom. Assessment combines coursework and written exams, rather than end-of-course exams alone. You'll also attend court visits and law workshops at universities. The mix of practical and written work helps you develop both analytical and communication skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. COPC Sixth Form Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Legal secretary, supporting solicitors and barristers with casework and admin.
Court clerk, assisting judges and managing court documentation.
Paralegal, carrying out legal research and drafting documents under supervision.
Police officer, applying knowledge of criminal law in a frontline role.
Legal administrator, handling case files and correspondence at a law firm.
Compliance officer, ensuring organisations follow legal and regulatory rules.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Law (Pearson Edexcel) - a natural next step if you want to reach the full A Level equivalent.
A Level Law - for those aiming to meet university entry requirements for a Law degree.
LLB Law degree - the undergraduate route toward qualifying as a solicitor or barrister.
Level 3 BTEC in Business or Criminology - if you want to broaden your options alongside law.
