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Open University: Law (K47)
| Institution | Open University |
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| Department | The Open University |
| Web | http://www.open.ac.uk |
| general-enquiries@open.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0300 303 5303 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
In this postgraduate certificate, you’ll explore law in context, examining how legal systems interact with society in areas such as business, the environment, international law, human rights and criminal justice. You’ll engage with questions of social justice and sustainability while developing your ability to find and analyse legal sources and wider literature. You’ll strengthen your employability by developing and demonstrating practical skills in research, critical thinking, and legal analysis. This certificate provides a strong academic foundation, whether you want to deepen a personal interest, support your work in a law-related field, or to prepare you for further postgraduate study.
key features of this course - Explore a variety of legal topics in their wider societal context
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Consider and critically evaluate a range of legal and other sources
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Develop academic and legal research skills
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Independently identify, evaluate and communicate relevant legal issues and arguments
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will be expected to have an honours degree (in any subject). Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please see the IELTS website for details. |
| Location | Distance Learning Online None |
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