Level 3 Diploma in Law

Foundation year (Level 3) – Full course materials and assignments

Specifications

Qualification title: Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Law

Qualification type: Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education)

Level: 3

Accreditation status: Accredited

Credit Equivalency: 60

Qualification number (RQF): 610/1282/8

Availability: UK and international

GLH: 360

TQT: 600

Study Method: Online

Course Length: 6 Months or More

Study Mode: Online, Blended, On Campus.

Fees: On campus £6,500 and Online £3500

Progression routes: Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Law, Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in related areas, or employment in an associated profession.

What is included in the cost of my course?

All course material, including online modules and written assignments

Personal tutor support with 1-2-1 Zoom sessions

Dedicated student support

Unlimited tutor support

Recognised Ofqual qualification

Course Overview

The aim of the QUALIFI Level 3 Diploma in Law is to provide 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 qualification is intended to support your progression to higher education; the basic skills, learning and understanding that you will gain would be of use in various job roles in a legal firm, such as legal secretary or administrator etc.

Progression Details

The Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Law is accredited at Level 3 with a total equivalence of 60 credits. It is envisaged that learners completing the Level 3 diploma will progress to a Level 4 diploma.

Progression Pathways

Upon completing this Level 3 diploma, learners can progress to the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Law. Learners can also step directly into employment in an associated profession.

Entry Requirements

Approved Centres are responsible for reviewing and making decisions as to the applicant’s ability to complete the learning programme successfully and meet the demands of the qualification. The initial assessment by the centre, will need to consider the support that is readily available or can be made available to meet individual learner needs as appropriate.

The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access, for this qualification applicants must be aged 16 or over.

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.

Learning Outcomes

The learning outcomes of the diploma are:

Understand key principles of English Law.

Understand contractual terms and exclusion clauses.

Understand the legal issue of damages.

Understand the legal issues of misrepresentation and mistake.

Career Opportunities

Primary areas of employment include:

Legal Assistant

Paralegal

Court Clerk

Legal Secretary

Compliance Officer

Law Office Manager

Claims Adjuster

Mediator

Legal Researcher

Qualification Structure and Requirement

The Qualification is made up of 4 units.

Modules:

The English Legal System

Contract Law

Legal Terminology and Communication

Academic and Research Skills for Law

List of Universities with Progression Paths

Some of the universities, where previous Qualifi graduates gained entry or have formal progression arrangements include:

Anglia Ruskin University

University of Central Lancashire

University of East London

University of Gloucestershire

De Montfort University

University of Bolton

University of Lincoln

University of West of Scotland

University of Wolverhampton

Birmingham City University

University of Derby

Arden University

University of Law

Bath Spa University

Bangor University

Leeds Beckett University

University of Bedfordshire

BPP University

Buckinghamshire New University

University of Chichester

Cardiff Metropolitan University

University of Cumbria

Glasgow Caledonian University

Northumbria University

University of Huddersfield

Liverpool John Moores University

London South Bank University

The Open University

Staffordshire University

University of New England – Australia

Wrexham Glyndwr University

University of Suffolk

Qualification Placement Level

Qualification | Placement Level
Holders of Level 2 and 3 qualifications | Entry to the first year of degree qualifications
Holders of Level 4 qualifications | Entry on to the second year of a British honours’ degrees in the respective field
Holders of Level 5 qualifications | Final year (top up) at various universities in the UK
Holders of Level 6 qualifications | Entry to master’s degrees or postgraduate diplomas
Holders of Level 7 qualifications | Entry to the final stage of Masters qualifications, such as MBAs and MSc degrees.
Holders of Level 8 qualifications | Preferential entry to a UK DBA or credit for USA University DBA.