Overview

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law qualification is to give learners the opportunities to develop knowledge and understanding of core legal principles and help build foundational professional and research skills.

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law qualification gives learners the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of core legal principles. It also helps them build foundational professional and research skills.

Learners study Level 4 and 5 units, each worth 120 credits per academic year, with a total credit value of 240 credits. This is equivalent to the first two years of an honors degree.

These qualifications provide learners with the opportunity to acquire a broad range of knowledge and understanding. They also help learners develop essential skills for a successful career in law. Additionally, the qualification offers the underpinning knowledge of the law necessary for preparing for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.

Course Outline

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law qualification consists of twelve mandatory units, 240 credits, 2400 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and the recommended Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this qualification is a minimum of 960 hours.

To achieve the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law qualification, learners must achieve 240 credits, of which 120 credits are at Level 4 (6 units) and 120 credits are at Level 5 (6 units).

Mandatory units of OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law

• An Introduction to the English Legal System (20 credits)
• Academic Writing and Research Skills for Law (20 credits)
• Contract Law (20 credits)
• Business Law (20 credits)
• Public Law (20 credits)
• Criminal Law (20 credits)
• Company Law and Corporate Governance (20 credits)
• Employment Law (20 credits)
• International Business Law (20 credits)
• Land Law (20 credits)
• Tort Law (20 credits)
• Legal Research Methods and Professional Skills (20 credits)

Requirements for OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.

The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:

• Relevant Level 3 or 4 Diploma
• GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification
• Mature learners (over 21) with relevant experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language Expectations page.
• Centres should review the prior qualifications and experience of each learner and consider whether they provide the necessary foundations to undertake the programme of study at level 5. These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law is for?

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law qualification gives learners the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of core legal principles. Moreover, it helps them build foundational professional and research skills.

Learners study Level 4 and 5 units, earning 120 credits per academic year. Additionally, the total credit value for the qualification is 240 credits. This is equivalent to the first two years of an honors degree.

These qualifications offer learners the chance to acquire a broad range of knowledge and understanding. Furthermore, they enable learners to develop essential skills for a successful career in law. Additionally, the qualification provides the necessary underpinning knowledge of the law. As a result, learners are well-prepared for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.

Assessment

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the center. Additionally, they are externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion-referenced, based on the achievement of all specified learning outcomes.

To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence that demonstrates they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes. Furthermore, they must meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. The assessor then makes a judgment on whether the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria. Moreover, the assessor should provide an audit trail to show how the judgment of the learners’ overall achievement was determined.

>Finally, specific assessment guidance and relevant marking criteria for each unit are made available in the Assignment Brief document, which is sent to centers upon request.

Accreditation of OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law

London College for Professionals Offers Endorsed Courses by OTHM UK and under OTHM Endorsed Provision.

OTHM Endorsed Provision

London College for Professionals has designed and developed its courses under the guidance and supervision by OTHM to ensure that its courses meet the high standards quality criteria.

About OTHM

UK based Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). We have a network of numerous delivery centres globally to deliver our qualifications. OTHM has established strong academic relationships in the UK and overseas to ensure that OTHM qualifications are recognized globally.

The local and international recognition has enabled OTHM graduates to enhance their employability skills as well as allowing them to join degree and/or Master top-up programmes.

Certification

Upon successfully passing the course, the learner must pay for a Certificate of Completion from KPCL (either in PDF format or Hardcopy) or an Endorsed Diploma from OTHM (Hardcopy).