Applied Law
Back to Key InformationBTEC Level 3, National Extended Certificate
Pearson Edexcel
The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about Law alongside other fields of study with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in Law-related subjects.
BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Law offers learners: work-related learning, giving learners an edge and opening the door to higher education or employment in the legal sector. Clear progression routes into higher education or employment: such as a degree in Law, or direct entry level employment and training as a paralegal, data analyst, mediator or a stockbroker. Transferable skills development such as teamwork, creative problem solving and research.
Course Content
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Unit |
Unit size GLH |
Extended Cert (360 GLH) |
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1 Dispute Solving in Civil Law |
90 |
Controlled Assessment |
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2 Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System |
90 |
Assignment |
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3 Applying the Law |
120 |
External Examination |
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5 Consumer Law |
60 |
Assignment |
Assessment
This course has four units. They include two external controlled assessments and two internal coursework’s that the learners need to complete. Learners will attempt one controlled assessment and complete one coursework in each year
Entry requirements
You need to have a minimum grade of 4 in English and Maths to be accepted for this course. You will also need to have an interest in researching about cases that have occurred in the past.
Further Education and Career Paths
Studying Applied Law equips students with a strong foundation in legal principles, processes, and real-world applications of the law. It offers valuable insight into the UK legal system, including civil, criminal, and contract law, and helps students develop analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills that are highly transferable.
Post-16 and Higher Education Opportunities
Students who study Applied Law often progress to:
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University to study Law (LLB) or related degrees such as Criminology, Criminal Justice, Business Law, Politics, or Sociology.
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Legal Apprenticeships, including Paralegal, Legal Executive, or Solicitor apprenticeships, which offer the chance to earn while learning in a legal environment.
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Policing or Criminal Justice routes, including training with the Police, Border Force, or the Probation Service.
Career Pathways
Applied Law provides a strong foundation for a variety of career paths, including but not limited to:
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Solicitor or Barrister (via university and professional training routes)
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Legal Executive or Paralegal
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Roles in Local Government or Civil Service
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Legal roles in corporate, insurance, or financial services sectors
