Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Level 7 Optional

Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

Full time course: The student will have completed the academic stage of training as prescribed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Where that stage is completed by obtaining a degree in Law the award must be a minimum second class honours for the full-time course. Exceptionally a student may be admitted to the part-time course having achieved a lower classification. For international applicants an IELTS qualification score of at least 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each element) will be required.

Full time course: The student will have completed the academic stage of training as prescribed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Where that stage is completed by obtaining a degree in Law the award must be a minimum second class honours for the full-time course. Exceptionally a student may be admitted to the part-time course having achieved a lower classification. For international applicants an IELTS qualification score of at least 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each element) will be required. Offerings: All

Understand the rules of professional conduct and be able to apply them in context.

Identify client objectives and different means of achieving those objectives and be aware of: the financial, commercial and personal priorities and constraints to be taken into account, and the costs, benefits and risks involved in transactions or courses of action.

Research and apply knowledge of the law and legal practice accurately and effectively.

Demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and skills in the areas of: Professional Conduct and Regulation; the core practice areas of Business Law & Practice, Property Law & Practice, Litigation and the areas of Wills and Administration of estates and Taxation; the course skills of Practical legal Research, Writing, Drafting, Interviewing & Advising, and advocacy and their choice of elective subjects.

Course Catalogue

Legal Practice - 30065 - PG Dip