# Level 3 Diploma in Law

> The aim of the Level 3 Diploma in Law is to provide learners with an introduction to law and the legal system as well as key academic, research, and communication skills to support learners in their development. This qualification is intended to support your progression to higher education; the basic skills, learning and understanding that you will gain would be of use in various job roles in a legal firm, such as legal secretary or administrator etc.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/level-3-diploma-in-law/740
- Provider: [SMC College](https://upskilluni.com/providers/smc-college)
- Price: £1,080, buy online
- Study method: Online, On Demand
- Duration: 10 hours · Self-paced
- Level: Intermediate
- Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Law (QAN 610/3541/5)
- Includes: tutor support, certificate
- Subjects: [Business, Management & Legal](https://upskilluni.com/courses/business-management-and-legal), [Law](https://upskilluni.com/courses/law)
- Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Description

The aim of the Level 3 Diploma in Law is to provide learners with an introduction to law and the legal system as well as key academic, research, and communication skills to support learners in their development.

This qualification is intended to support your progression to higher education; the basic skills, learning and understanding that you will gain would be of use in various job roles in a legal firm, such as legal secretary or administrator etc.

**Learning Objectives**

At the end of the course, a learner is expected to

- Understand key principles of English Law.
- Understand the rules of statutory interpretation.
- Know the organisation and work of the English courts.
- Know the key principles of contract law, including key legal issues.
- Understand the Legal Terminology and Communication
- Develop academic research skills and the language skills in law.

**Qualification Structure of Level 3 Diploma in Law**

The course's overall structure is based on the following units covering several topics relating to learning outcomes. Students are required to complete four units to achieve 60 credits. Each unit has 15 credits.

- Introduction to Law and Practice (20 Credits)
- Principles of Contract Law (20 Credits)
- Principles of Criminal Law (20 Credits)
- Introduction to Employment Law (20 Credits)
- Aspects of Tort Law (20 Credits)
- Academic and Research Skills for Law (20 Credits)

**Qualification Accreditation, Recognition and the awarding body**

Level 3 Diploma in Law is accredited to UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England and awarded by OTHM - A recognised Awarding Organisation.

- Accredited to Regulated Qualifications Framework - Level 3
- Accredited to European Qualifications Framework - Level 4

The Qualification Accreditation Number is**610/3541/5 (Gov.UK)**

**Further Education and the Career path**

Level 3 Diploma in Law is suitable for those learners who want to achieve a law qualification to progress to the following qualifications

- Level 4 Diploma in Law or
- Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law

**UCAS Points for Higher Education Progression**

Level 3 Diploma in Law has total 32 points in UCAS.

**Assessment Methods**

Each unit is assessed with an assignment.

**Certification**

Successful learner will be achieve a regulated Qualification of 60 credits, awarded by OTHM that includes a Certificate and a Transcript to confirm credits and grades. At the end of the qualification, learner will achieve

- OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Law

**Intakes**

You can start this course anytime.

## Curriculum

- Introduction to Law and Practice
- Principles of Contract Law
- Principles of Criminal Law
- Introduction to Employment Law
- Aspects of Tort Law
- Academic and Research Skills for Law

## Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for learners seeking an introduction to the legal system and those aiming to progress to higher education or further law qualifications.

## Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements listed for this course. You can start this course anytime.

## Certificates

Level 3 Diploma in Law is accredited to UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England and awarded by OTHM - A recognised Awarding Organisation. Accredited to Regulated Qualifications Framework - Level 3 Accredited to European Qualifications Framework - Level 4 The Qualification Accreditation Number is 610/3541/5 (Gov.UK)

## Career path

Level 3 Diploma in Law is suitable for those learners who want to achieve a law qualification to progress to the following qualifications Level 4 Diploma in Law or Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law Level 3 Diploma in Law has total 32 points in UCAS.