OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law 610/1961/6

Overview

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law provides learners with the opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of core legal principles while building essential professional and research skills.

Learners will study both Level 4 and Level 5 units, earning 120 credits per academic year, for a total of 240 credits. This qualification is equivalent to the first two years of a UK Bachelor’s honours degree.

The programme equips learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in law and supports preparation for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.

Entry Requirements

This qualification is designed for learners aged 18 and above.

The typical entry profile includes one of the following:

• A relevant Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma
• GCE Advanced Level qualifications in 2 subjects or equivalent qualifications
• Mature learners (21+ years) with relevant experience (eligibility must be confirmed with the delivery centre prior to registration)

English Language Requirements
Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language competency. Further details are available on the English Language Expectations page of the OTHM website.

Centres should assess prior qualifications and experience to ensure learners have the necessary foundation for successful study at Level 5.

Equivalences

OTHM Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications are equivalent to:

• Higher National Diplomas (HND)
• Year 1 and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme

Qualification Structure

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law comprises 12 mandatory units, totaling:

• 240 credits
• 2400 Total Qualification Time (TQT)
• A minimum of 960 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

To achieve the qualification, learners must complete:

• 120 credits at Level 4 (6 units)
• 120 credits at Level 5 (6 units)

Mandatory Units

Level 4

1. An Introduction to the English Legal System (20 credits)
2. Academic Writing and Research Skills for Law (20 credits)
3. Contract Law (20 credits)
4. Business Law (20 credits)
5. Public Law (20 credits)
6. Criminal Law (20 credits)

Level 5

1. Company Law and Corporate Governance (20 credits)
2. Employment Law (20 credits)
3. International Business Law (20 credits)
4. Land Law (20 credits)
5. Tort Law (20 credits)
6. Legal Research Methods and Professional Skills (20 credits)

Duration and Delivery

The qualification is designed to be completed over two academic years for full-time learners, with 120 credits awarded per academic year.

Flexible study options are also available, including part-time and distance learning, to accommodate individual learner needs.

Delivery methods include face-to-face lectures, tutorials, seminars, or online learning through approved centres.

Assessment and Verification

All units are internally assessed by the delivery centre and externally verified by OTHM.

The qualifications are criterion-referenced, meaning learners must meet all specified learning outcomes and assessment criteria to achieve a ‘pass’.

To demonstrate achievement, learners must submit evidence that fulfills the learning outcomes and standards. Assessors evaluate performance and provide an audit trail detailing how their judgments were made.

Specific assessment guidance and marking criteria for each unit are available through the Assignment Brief document provided to centres upon request.

Progression

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law opens pathways for further academic and professional advancement, including:

• OTHM Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law
• Direct entry into Year 3 (final year) of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme

This qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), ensuring its recognition for academic and professional progression.