BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Law
at Hugh Christie School · school or sixth form
What the college says
The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics to ensure that it supports progression to higher education. It includes the opportunity to develop the research, communication, presentation, decision-making and critical-thinking skills valued by higher education. In addition, employers have been involved and consulted in order to confirm that the content is appropriate and consistent with current practice for learners planning to enter employment directly in the legal sector. The learning programme covers the following content areas: * Dispute solving in civil law * Investigating aspects of criminal law and the legal system * Applying the law. The optional units have been designed to support choices for further study, preferred interest or employment needs. They support the mandatory unit content and link with relevant occupational areas. They cover content areas in: * Aspects of family law * Consumer law * Contract law * Aspects of tort.
What you need to get on
You must meet the specific requirements for the subject of 5 x 5-9 grades including English and Maths at a grade 5.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie
LEIGH ACADEMY HUGH CHRISTIE WHITE COTTAGE ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TN10 4PU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · TONBRIDGE
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