The course includes the legal foundation knowledge subjects of Land, Trusts, Contract, Tort, Crime, European Union Law, Constitutional Law, and the English Legal System as compulsory elements. In addition, you are introduced to applied legal skills, particularly mooting and research. You will also be required to submit an extended essay based on another area of legal study. Study commitment Attendance on two evenings per week for two years is normally required. Daytime attendance can be arranged for most modules.
Support is provided by a system of personal tutorials.
Assessment Assessment of the core subjects is by a combination of final examination and coursework. Emphasis is placed on the development of a wide range of relevant skills and assessment techniques vary according to the particular skill to be assessed. Also, competence must be shown in the English Legal System, mooting and the extended essay. This course is designed for non-law graduates who wish to enter the legal profession as solicitors or barristers, but it also provides essential legal skills for those who need a knowledge of the law and its processes as part of their commercial, industrial or public service careers. Entry Requirements See Standard Entry Requirements .