Overview
ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education) qualifications are designed with a student-centered approach, focusing on practical learning and skill development. The flexible, unit-based structure allows students to tailor their learning to meet both personal interests and professional goals. ATHE Law qualifications equip students with the skills required for success in the legal profession, integrating academic theory with real-world applications. Through engaging in practical assignments, case studies, and client brief projects, students will develop the knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities that are essential for both higher education and employment in law.
These qualifications provide pathways for progression to university degrees, professional certifications, and membership in legal organizations. They are aligned with the latest professional standards, ensuring students are well-prepared for the evolving demands of the legal industry.
Objectives
- Comprehensive Curriculum: A combination of general and specialist study units, both mandatory and optional, offering flexibility to suit each student’s chosen legal pathway and career ambitions.
- Industry-Relevant Content: Up-to-date and carefully crafted learning material, designed to meet the needs of employers, professional bodies, and higher education institutions.
- Professional Alignment: Learning outcomes mapped against the standards set by professional legal bodies, ensuring students gain the skills necessary for professional recognition and membership.
- Tutor and Student Support: Comprehensive resources for tutors, including curriculum planning tools, authorized assignment briefs, and assessment guidance. For students, ATHE offers access to digital learning resources and online communities via HN Global, providing support throughout their journey.
- Opportunities for Progression: ATHE Law qualifications serve as a stepping stone to both further education (such as top-up law degrees) and direct entry into legal careers, offering practical experience and professional insight.
Admission Criteria
- A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Law or a related field.
- A GCE Advanced Level profile demonstrating strong performance in a relevant subject, or satisfactory performance in multiple GCE subjects, generally supported by GCSE grades A to C (or equivalent), especially in Mathematics and English.
- Other relevant Level 3 qualifications in Law or related disciplines.
- A Pass in Intermediate education.
- An Access to Higher Education Diploma from an accredited institution.
- Relevant work experience in a legal setting or related field.
- An international equivalent of the above qualifications.