Course Summary

This course aims to provide a thorough understanding of the practise of law in the modern world. Focusing strongly on EU law, employment law and criminal law, this course covers a broad range of topics, from engaging critically with how employment law has evolved, through to contractual and tortious liability. Further, you develop mooting, advocacy and presentation skills throughout this programme, building a solid foundation for you to become a competent and knowledgeable practitioner of law. **Facilities** Located on the Coventry University campus, you will have access to our Library & Learning Services (LLS), fully equipped seminar rooms and impressive IT suites. Plus, you can take advantage of reading rights in Coventry University’s Lanchester Library, make use of sport centre facilities and receive full membership to Coventry University Students’ Union (CUSU). **Staff** This course has been developed and is taught by practising professionals and industry experts. Our academics bring a wealth of expertise to the classroom with many continuing to undertake research and other projects alongside teaching, meaning our students gain a well-rounded and relevant teaching experience. **Practical Experience** Throughout your studies, you will find that the course is underpinned with practical elements. Previous trips for students include Coventry Magistrates' Court, The Royal Courts of Justice, London, The Central Criminal Court (Old Bailey), London, Houses of Parliament, London, European Parliament, Council of Europe and European Court of Human Rights, Strasbourg. **Placements** At CU Coventry, we put a strong focus on getting our graduates ready to enter the job market. This can be done in a variety of ways—one key element is work placements. With this degree, you are given the opportunity to undertake short and long-term placements in between the second and third year. Key course benefits; - Upon completion of this course, you will receive a qualification awarded by Coventry University, which is ranked 13th best university in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2019. Coventry University were also awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) in 2017. - You will receive support with applying for short and long-term placements, to gain the experience employers desire, with our in-house Careers & Employability department. - You will have the opportunity for multi-campus learning in Coventry, London and Scarborough. - In order to make higher education accessible to as many people as possible, we keep our tuition fees competitively priced. - Small tutorial group sessions ensure that you receive the mentoring help and support you need. - We deliver one module at a time during each block. This means you can dedicate your time to specialise in each subject without the distraction of numerous modules and multiple deadlines.

Course Details - Modules

Your main study themes are: **The English Legal System:** An understanding of the classifications of law into public/private, domestic/European/international and civil/criminal. Key concepts of criminal law and its application to real life scenarios. **Internationalisation:** Comparative study of other legal systems, such as the European Union or legal systems in other jurisdictions which are also based on English common law. **Client Care and Practice:** Conducting interviews and best practices, identifying legal problems, customer support and system management and law from the clients’ perspective. **Research Methods:** Internet based law research resources, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis and LawTel. Presentation of work through digital media is built into session plans. For more information about what you will study, please visit our website.

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: M250

Institution code: C85

Campus Name: CU Coventry

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

from a minimum of two A2 levels.

The Access to HE Diploma to include 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. Plus GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.


All applications are considered on an individual basis and the whole application is reviewed which includes previous and predicted qualifications, experience, reference and your motivation to study the course. The University also accepts the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate/BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and BTEC Level 3 National Diploma/BTEC Level 3 Diploma for entry onto degree programmes, provided that they are studied in combination with other qualifications that are equivalent to three A2 Levels. This may include subject specific requirements where necessary. If you are successful in receiving an offer, you will be invited to an Applicant Visit Day to discover more about the course and studying at Coventry University Group.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

Fees are to be confirmed.

Provider information

Priory Street
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Coventry
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