The Level 7 Diploma in Law is a postgraduate-level qualification (on the Regulated Qualifications Framework, RQF) designed primarily for non-law graduates who wish to acquire a comprehensive understanding of core legal disciplines. It fosters a thorough understanding of fundamental topics, including criminal law, property, equity, contract law, torts, company law, and public law. Additionally, the course enhances the research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities necessary for corporate and legal settings. The regulated qualification provides a strong academic basis for positions in legal services, compliance, governance, or advancement to an LLM or higher-level qualification. It is intended for professionals or recent graduates looking to advance in legal studies or related fields.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the course, a graduate is expected to be able to
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of fundamental and advanced legal concepts.
- Apply critical thinking to analyse and resolve complex legal problems.
- Conduct independent legal research using primary and secondary sources.
- Communicate legal arguments effectively in professional and academic contexts.
- Evaluate ethical, social, and regulatory dimensions of law in practice.
- Critically analyse legal texts.
Qualification Structure of Level 7 Diploma in Law
The course's overall structure is based on the following modules covering several topics relating to learning outcomes.
- Legal Foundations (15 credits)
- Company Law and Practice (15 credits)
- Contract Law and Disputes (15 credits)
- Public Law and Law of the European Union (15 credits)
- Torts (15 credits)
- Law, Land and Property (15 credits)
- Criminal law and Practice (15 credits)
- Equity and Trusts (15 credits)
Qualification Accreditation, Recognition and the awarding body
Level 7 Diploma in Law is accredited to Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England and awarded by Qualifi Awarding Organisation.
- Accredited to Regulated Qualifications Framework - Level 7
- Accredited to European Qualifications Framework - Level 7
- Equivalent to Framework of Higher Education Qualifications in England (FHEQ - QAA) - Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma
- Equivalent to Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) - Level 11
Qualification Accreditation Number is 610/2558/6
Career path
Though the diploma is not itself a route to solicitor or barrister qualification, it lays a strong base for legal careers. Examples include:
- Paralegal, legal assistant or legal researcher roles
- Assistant roles in law firms, corporate legal departments, or NGOs
- Compliance, regulation, or governance roles in private or public sectors
- Roles in criminal justice, public policy, or administrative bodies
- Advisory or advocacy work (subject to further professional qualification)
LLM Top Up
After studying a Level 7 Diploma in Law, you will have an option to achieve a full LLM degree. This qualification provides credit transfer to LLM degree. At the University, you will study just a dissertation to achieve full LLM degree.
Assessment Methods
Each unit is assessed with an assignment.
Support
Successful learners will get study support from Cambridge Management and Leadership School.
Intakes
You can start this course anytime.
How to apply?
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Could the Level 7 Diploma in Law be eligible for application of LLB top up?
LLB (undergraduate) is a lower level than Level 7 Diploma in law (masters level). You will need to study Level 4+5 in Law to study LLB Top Up.
What the requirements of this level 7 diploma in law?
Ist offerd online and international students can apply from Africa
A bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification. We prefer law or business related previous course. It is an online and you can study from anywhere around the world.