ATHE Level 3 Diploma In Law

Category

Law & Legal Studies

Level

Level 3

Qualification Number

601/6161/9

Total Credits

60

Course Overview

The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Law is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a law degree but may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required. The qualification provides learners with an introduction to law and the legal system as well as key academic, research and communication skills to support learners in their development.

This is a core qualification available to existing and interested centres of ATHE.

Grading
Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction.
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Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.
Additional
This qualification is eligible for UCAS points. To find out how much points your qualification is worth, please visit the UCAS Tariff Calculator here.

Typical Age

This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 16+ and above.

Qualifications

For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:

5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above
other related level 2 subjects
other equivalent international qualifications
Language

For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:

IELTs 5.5
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49

Details Unit Aims
The English Legal System
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Understand key principles of English Law, Understand the rules of statutory interpretation, Know the organisation and work of the English courts, Understand the operation of judicial precedent
Legal Terminology and Communication
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Know how organisations working in the legal sector communicate, Be able to present information in a legal context orally, Be able to communicate legal information in writing
Academic and Research Skills for Law
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Be able to assess own academic competence, Know how to research information using primary and secondary methods, Be able to take effective notes from a variety of sources, Be able to plan and draft a piece of research, Be able to produce academic work, Be
Contract Law
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Know the key principles of contract law, Understand the key elements of a binding contract, Understand contractual terms and exclusion clauses, Understand the legal issues of misrepresentation and mistake, Understand the legal issue of ‘frustra

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