Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Law Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Leyton Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. The course is free if you were under 19 on 31 August before your course starts and have been resident in Britain or the EU for three years. You'll study how law works in practice, covering areas such as criminal law, civil law, and the English legal system. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec applied law qualification is assessed through a mix of coursework and external exams.
Who this course is for
Students who are under 19 years old as at the 31st August prior to the start of the course
Entry requirements
34 GCSE points score including 5 A*-C including English (C/5)
What you will learn
You'll explore the structure of the English legal system and how courts operate.
You'll study criminal law, including offences, defences, and sentencing.
You'll examine civil law and how disputes are resolved outside criminal courts.
You'll analyse real legal cases and apply legal rules to scenarios.
You'll develop skills in legal research and constructing arguments.
You'll understand the roles of legal professionals such as solicitors, barristers, and judges.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at the college. Assessment combines internally marked coursework assignments with externally set and marked written exams. Some units are assessed entirely through coursework; others require a formal exam. You'll build your grade across both components over the two years of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leyton 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 admin
Court clerk, assisting judges and managing court documentation
Police officer, applying knowledge of criminal law on the job
Paralegal, carrying out legal research and drafting documents
Probation officer, working with offenders in the justice system
Legal compliance officer, ensuring organisations follow the law
What you could study next
LLB Law Degree: the most direct next step for those aiming to qualify as a solicitor or barrister. Universities widely accept Pearson BTEC qualifications alongside A Levels.
BA Criminology or Criminal Justice: a strong fit if you want to focus on crime, policing, and the justice system.
Level 4 Diploma in Paralegal Practice: a work-focused route into legal support roles without a full degree.
