Course Overview

This two-year course has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses to provide an in-depth understanding of context, concepts, theories, principles and core skills in Legal Services.

The breadth of content will ensure you are able to apply your skills in a variety of environments for different legal services.

Topics may include:

• The business environment
• Careers within the legal, finance and accounting professions
• Regulation Professionalism and ethics Legal services sector
• Fundamentals of law Criminal law/legislation
• Crime prosecution service.

An industry placement is a core component of the T Level course as it represents 20% of the overall programme. Completion of the industry placement and working with an appropriate employer for the requisite hours is essential for achievement and awarding of the final qualification. During the industry placement, you need to complete between 315 and 420 hours across the two years, which will fit around your in-class studies. Completion of the industry placement is subject to a successful review with the employer against set targets.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is through a variety of methods including exams, practical projects set by employers, case studies, presentations and externally examined coursework tasks. You may need to compile a portfolio of evidence to present at the end of the course for assessment purposes. This qualification includes a mixture of classroom learning and on-the-job experience.

Progression Options

T Levels provide you with UCAS points that count towards degree-level entry requirements if you would like to progress to university. On successful completion, you could progress on to a university course at University Centre Somerset, find skilled employment in a variety of businesses that require digital support and development employment or study a Higher or Degree Level Apprenticeship.