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Certificate of Higher Education in Law
- CertHE
- 1 Years
- Online study
- 15/09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Online
Course summary
The Certificate in Higher Education in Law is a 1 year, full-time, programme studied online. It provides an opportunity for students who wish to experience studying law without committing to a full degree programme. Students will study six subjects at Level 4. Successful completion of the Cert HE would enable students to apply for the University's LLB and, subject to meeting relevant requirements such as time limits, obtain recognition of prior learning for the modules studied and therefore join the LLB in Year 2.
Modules
All modules are at Level 4 and are worth 20 credits. All modules are compulsory. The modules are:
• Common Law Method & Ethics
• Academic & Digital Skills
• Contract Law
• The Law of Tort
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
Assessment method
A range of assessment methods will be used; examination, coursework, and oral presentation. This range of assessment methods reflects the practical nature of the programme and aligns the assessment with the learning outcomes of the programme. A mock assessment will be included for each module.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Online
Study options
- CertHE • Online study • 1 Years
Start dates
- 15/09/2025
Application codes
- Institution code:
- L17
- Campus name:
- Online
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
The University of Law has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Application codes
- Institution code:
- L17
- Campus name:
- Online
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
80 pointsExcluding General Studies
Applicants who do not possess 80 UCAS points from a maximum of 3 A Levels or equivalent but can demonstrate a minimum of 2 years professional work experience evidencing management of people and/or processes and provide a professional reference will be considered. All applicants must successfully pass a formal interview. Any applicant without GCSE English language at grade C/4 will be invited to complete The University of Law English Test (ULET).
A level
CDDExcluding General Studies
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMPAccess to HE Diploma
D: 0 credits M: 30 credits P: 15 creditsPass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 30 credits at Merit and 15 credits at Pass
Scottish Higher
BCCCScottish Advanced Higher
DDDInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24 pointsGCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Grade 4/C In English Language
T Level
Pass (C and above)Please note: We assess your most recent awarded or attempt of a qualification(s) towards entry to our programme so it is important that you include all recent study on your application.
Students who will be under the age of 18 but no younger than 17 at the commencement of the course are permitted.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 or above with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. |
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £9535 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees for students continuing their course in following years may be subject to annual inflationary increases.
Our course fees also include all textbooks and materials. Please see the following link for further information - https://www.law.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/course-fees-and-funding/
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