Diploma in English Law
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Diploma
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 120 credits
Description
Please note that this diploma is only available until 31 December 2014. In order to claim this qualification, you must have completed the required 120 credits by this time.
If you have any questions about your eligibility for this qualification please contact the Credit, Qualifications and Ceremonies Centre on +44(0) 1908 653003 or by email.
Society is now governed by a complex system of law and regulations. In this diploma course you will explore how laws and regulations are made, together with their place and role in society both in the English and Welsh, and European contexts. You will also study the relationship between the citizen and the state in England and Wales, the structure of state institutions and the legal values that determine a citizen's rights and duties. You will evaluate the role and function of the law in the English and Welsh context provided by an in-depth study of criminal law.
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
On completion
On the successful completion of the above modules you will be awarded a Diploma in English Law and you will be entitled to use the letters Dip Eng Law (Open). These modules also form part of the compulsory study for the OU Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
Fees 2012
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