Principles of Law PGCert at Coventry University

Aimed primarily at graduates from non-law courses and overseas, this course aims to help you discover the key principles and concepts of the law of England and Wales and prepare for a career in law. Are you based in the UK or overseas aspiring for a career in law but feel you may not be able to have one because you don't have a law degree? This course is designed to help you on the road to becoming a lawyer by providing you with a basic grounding in law.

Faculty: Law, Crime and Justice  |  Duration: 1 year part-time; 1 semester full-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: January 2027, May 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Principles of Public Law, Principles of Private Law, Principles of Chancery Law.

Career pathways

Understand and critically evaluate key UK legal principles, concepts, and rules and apply them to complex authentic problems to draw reasoned conclusions. Develop knowledge of the professional ethical requirements for the legal profession and apply these to all areas of your study.

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