Gain knowledge of the English Legal System alongside sought-after time management and critical analysis skills with this short online law course.

Equivalent to the first level of undergraduate study, you will explore a number of essential law topics, such as:

  • criminal law, burden of proof and proposal for reform
  • legally enforceable contracts and the factors that render them unenforceable
  • the role of constitutional and administrative law and their related issues

Alongside learning about these thought-provoking topics, you will delve deeper into their meaning through discussion forums with fellow classmates based around the world. Whether you intend to study a full law degree and go on to practise law professionally, or if you are interested in one of the many careers that benefit from a legal background, this course will open up your career options.

Cert HE Award
March, May, July, October Start
Part-time, Distance, Online Study Mode
16 months Duration

Entry Requirements For This Course

We believe that education should be accessible for everyone. That's why we offer an open entry route - meaning you don't need any prior academic or work experience in order to start studying with us. You will also need to meet our English language requirements.

You will need to pass your first assignment set within the first three weeks of the course in order to continue with your studies.

English language requirements

As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency with English is required. If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0. Don't worry if you don't hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification - we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.

You don't need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries.

Location of University of Essex Online