Introduction

Awarded by Pearson Education Limited, the qualification provides the student with key knowledge and practical skills required in the legal vocational sector. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level. The qualification also aims to provide a pathway for learners intending to further their education.

The 60-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma offers an engaging programme for those who are clear about the area of employment that they wish to enter. 
For adult learners, the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma can extend their experience of work in a particular sector. It may also be a suitable qualification for those wishing to change career or move into a particular area of employment following a career break.

BENEFITS

• The qualification can be studied at SSTC Institute which has been accredited by Pearson as a BTEC Centre since 2010.
• Students enrolled into the part time course can work and study at the same time as classes are run in the evening/weekend.
• The qualification is internationally recognized.
• Enjoin an industry which is constantly in demand for those with legal knowledge.
• Assessment is by way of task-based assignments.

The programme objectives are:

• to equip learners with knowledge, understanding and skills to become occupationally ready to take up employment in the legal sector at the appropriate level;
• to allow learners to develop the core specialist knowledge, understanding and skills, including dispute solving in the legal system and aspects of legal liability, required by the sector;
• to provide learners with knowledge, skills and motivation as a basis for future studies and career development in the legal sector.

Programme Duration
Full-time:  8 months               Part-time: 12 months


PROGRAMME INTAKE:
Full Time (2017): 10 April
Part Time (2017): 10 April


Assessment / Examinations
Assessment is by way of task-based assignments

Entry Requirements

• a standard of literacy and numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to four GCSEs at A* – C, OR
• a BTEC Level 2 qualification in Law and Legal Work or a related vocational area, OR
• Minimum ten years of education or equivalent qualification, OR
• Matured candidates with work experience considered on a case to case basis
• At least 16 years old on the date of admission

Language Proficiency

• IELTS 4.5 or equivalen

Graduation Criteria
Students must successfully complete all 6 units, totalling 60 credits, with a minimum PASS grade in order to be awarded the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Law (QCF) by Pearson Education Limited.

Course Units

• Unit 1 – Dispute Solving in the Legal System
• Unit 2 – Understanding Law Making
• Unit 3 – Aspects of Legal Liability
• Unit 4 – Contract Law
• Unit 6 – Aspects of the Law of Tort
• Unit 8 – Aspects of Family Law

Note: Module sequence may be subject to change

Course Units Currently not being Offered

• Unit 5 – Consumer Law
• Unit 7 – Aspects of Employment Law

Attendance Criteria
Overall Attendance should be at least 75% for non-Student’s Pass holders and 90% for Student’s Pass holders.

Average Teacher to Student Ratio
1:30

Programme Fees (in Singapore Dollars)

FULL TIME (8 MONTHS) – STUDENT’S PASS HOLDERS



FULL TIME (8 MONTHS)/PART TIME (12 MONTHS) – NON-STUDENT’S PASS HOLDERS

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Fees & Funding