Legal Studies Level 5 (Major Award) Dorset College
Price: AED 11,963

    Course details

    The QQI Legal Studies Level 5 Major Award is designed to provide learners with a wide range of interesting subjects in Law. It will enable learners to acquire specialist knowledge, skills and competence to work effectively in an Irish legal setting or related area.

    It will also provide the practical skills and knowledge needed to maximise their potential in making a successful transition to third level education. This Legal Studies course is delivered by a highly experienced and qualified team of Solicitors and Barristers.

    The programme is suitable for those from a non-legal background or those whose activities involve them in the practical aspects of law and legislation in the workplace. It also serves as a route for further legal education at third level and former graduates have been very successful in securing places in UCD & DCU.

    How will you the learner benefit?

    • The Legal Studies Major Award offers a clearly defined Career Path
    • Provide the skills, knowledge and understanding in a wide range of legal subjects
    • Demonstrate good professional practice when working in the legal environment
    • Enhance personal development, communication and interpersonal skills
    • Graduates who successfully completed the Legal Studies Course are eligible for consideration for academic progression routes in Universities and Institutes of Technology in Ireland.
    • This highly regarded qualification will provide many opportunities

    This Legal Studies Level 5 Major Award is suitable for those who are seeking to enter the legal profession or for those who wish to work in this field. It will provide a solid foundation in the core legal subjects and prepare learners for further study.

    The entry requirements for this Major Award are:

    • Leaving Certificate standard or appropriate FETAC/QQI Qualification or equivalent.
    • Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience.
    • English Language Proficiency Test where deemed appropriate or an IELTS score of 5.0.
    • A good standard of English and good literacy skills are essential for this law course.

    The Legal Studies Level 5 (Major Award) provides the skills, knowledge and competence required to work effectively and provide support in Business, Accounting & Finance, Legal, Insurance, Banking and many other areas of business. The course will also provide a wide range of Academic Opportunities for those who gain this Major Award.

    The first 7 Modules are Mandatory / learners select 1 from the final two Modules: Business Administraiton and Health & Safety at Work.

    Mandatory Modules

    • Business Law
    • Legal Practice and Procedures
    • The Law of Insurance
    • Criminal Law
    • Word Processing
    • Work Experience
    • Communications
    • Business Administration Skills
    • Safety & Health at Work

    Assessment

    The Assessment of the Legal Studies course includes a combination of module appropriate assessment procedures which will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of the course. These methods will include a combination of final written examinations and continuous assessment processes such as assignments, collection of work, learner records, projects and skills demonstrations.

    Awards

    • On successful completion of 8 Modules (120 Credits) learners will be awarded:
    • Legal Studies Level 5 Major Award (5M3789)
    • Awarded by: Quality & Qualifications Ireland
    Updated on 08 November, 2015

    About Dorset College

    Dorset College has been an established provider of Academic, Professional and Career focused cThierses for over 30 years. They have a long standing reputation for excellence in Education, based on over thirty years experience providing programmes with clearly defined career paths and excellent academic progression. Thier graduates work in many of the leading industries in Ireland and abroad.

    At Dorset College They offer a student centred learning experience and take pride in the successes of Thier Graduates. They offer a wide range of full and part-time programmes to meet the needs of learners at all stages in their lives and career. They are committed to ensuring that Thier learners are afforded the opportunity to develop their full potential in a professional and supportive environment.

    “They provide you with the opportunity to build yThier qualifications through a career path that meets yThier interests and aspirations in yThier chosen profession”

    Programmes are delivered in a dynamic environment by a highly qualified and experienced team of professionals. They have a strong focus on the provision of industry accredited programmes with good career and job prospects as Theyll as offering the ideal platform for academic progression. They provide excellent facilities and support to learners to enable them to achieve their goals. They focus on small class sizes and quality of education.

    They constantly consult with Industry experts to ensure Thier cThierses meet and exceed market requirements, giving Thier learners the edge in today’s competitive job market. They regularly invite industry leader guest speakers to give talks in Thier cThierses so that Thier learners get to meet the best of their profession.

    If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us or drop in and They will be very pleased to discuss the various options available to you.  They look forward to meeting and Theylcoming you to Dorset College.

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