The BTEC National in Applied Law is designed to appeal to learners who are interested in a career in law or who are planning to go to university and want to gain a good understanding of law. This course carries the same UCAS points as the A-level.
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The BTEC Certificate offers you the opportunity to study three mandatory units over one year, and is equivalent to an AS level.
The BTEC Subsidiary Diploma is the equivalent to an A-level. You will be required to complete the three mandatory units in the first year, plus three optional specialist units in the second year. The units are listed below:-
Mandatory Units
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Dispute Solving in the Legal System |
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Understanding Law Making |
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Aspects of Legal Liability |
Optional Specialist Units
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Unlawful Homicide and Police Powers |
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Aspects of Property Offences and Police Powers |
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Tort law |
Methods of Teaching and Learning
The course is taught by well-qualified and experienced staff. You will learn through a variety of methods including presentations, scenario based role play, project work and reports. Guest speakers for different legal backgrounds, visits to the courts and an auction house, will enrich the learning experience and add a practical aspect to the course.
Methods of Assessment
Assessment is 100% coursework. Each unit is assessed by 3 - 4 assignments which contribute to a portfolio of evidence for submission for a final overall grade of Pass, Merit, Distinction. Distinction* is possible on the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma.
Resources
You will have full use of the library which includes text-books, journals, and careers literature. Use of internet websites including government websites, our own law pages and exclusive Moodle Pages will be encouraged.
Associated Costs
There are no specific charges payable in connection with this course, except for any optional visits you may wish to take part in.
Progression
The skills and knowledge acquired through studying this course provide a sound basis if you wish to progress to a degree in Law or most other degrees including Business Studies, Criminology and Accountancy.
It is also a useful qualification if you will be seeking employment as a legal executive, legal secretary, police officer, journalist, social worker, civil servant, insurance broker or customer services.
