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2022


LEVEL 7 SOLICITOR APPRENTICESHIP LLB (HONS)

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 * Level(s) of Study: Undergraduate
 * Start Date(s): September 2022
 * Duration: Six years
 * Study Mode(s): Distance learning
 * Campus: City Campus
 * Entry Requirements:
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INTRODUCTION:

This six-year, distance learning apprenticeship is intended for post-A level
school leavers, paralegals, chartered legal executives and those seeking a
career change, who wish to qualify as a solicitor. Applicants will need to be
sponsored by an employer to undertake an apprenticeship.

The apprenticeship combines practical experience in a legal firm with academic
study through our law degree. You will gain hands-on legal skills in the work
place, backed up by the theoretical knowledge essential to apply your skills to
legal cases.

Completion of the course will gain you an LLB law degree, LLM qualification and
prepare you to undertake the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).
Successful completion of Stages 1 and 2 of the SQE allows you to formally
qualify as a solicitor.

It is the ideal opportunity for you to work as you learn and achieve advanced
academic qualifications as you qualify to become a solicitor.

We are ranked among the top 5 of UK universities for employer satisfaction, with
a score of 92% for the quality of apprenticeship training provided (FE Choices
Employer Satisfaction Survey 2019).


WHAT YOU’LL STUDY

The apprenticeship incorporates the six foundation subjects traditionally found
in a law degree, together with preparation courses for the Solicitors Qualifying
Examination (SQE), Stages 1 and 2. Successful completion of the apprenticeship
and additional LLM modules can lead to the award of an LLM. Having passed the
SQE and undertaken qualifying work-based learning, you will be qualified as a
solicitor.

 * Solicitor Apprenticeship Stage 1
 * Solicitor Apprenticeship Stage 2

Duration: 4 Years

Solicitor Apprenticeship Stage 1 - LLB (Hons) Law

YEAR ONE

Law of Contract and Problem Solving

Develop your understanding of the law of contract. You will study the underlying
theories and classifications of contracts and learn how to apply your knowledge
to solve legal problems.

Law of Torts and Legal Reasoning

The law of torts concerns civil wrongs, and in this module you will learn to
interpret case law, determine relevant legal principles, and assess the merits
of legal reasoning.

Legal and Professional Environment

Gain a foundational knowledge and understanding of the legal system in England
and Wales. Develop transferable intellectual, employability and professional
skills.

YEAR TWO

Public Law and Research Skills

Examine and research constitutional law concepts to develop an understanding of
the relationship between the individual and the state. Exploring the protection
of liberties and fundamental rights of the individual within the UK.

International, European and Comparative Law and Group Presentation Skills

Gain an international and comparative perspective on the establishment,
development and operation of international and European Union law, while
developing team working and presentation skills.

Criminal Law with Mooting

Expand your knowledge of criminal law and develop practical mooting skills that
will enhance your employability. You will learn how to argue within a ground of
appeal, how to research and write skeleton arguments, and how to use legal
language effectively.

YEAR THREE

Land Law and Professional Advice

Apply rules to solve legal problems in relation to land ownership. You will
study the distinction between real and personal property and begin to draft
professional advice in a property law context.

Law of Trusts and Advanced Legal Reasoning

Acquire high-level knowledge of the law of trusts and examine decided cases in
detail. Learn how to apply your legal knowledge to the classification of
property, creation and dispositions of property interests and management of
trust property.

Optional module

Choose one optional module from the list below.

YEAR FOUR

Choose one of the following modules:

Independent Legal Research Project

You will plan, research and write your own project on a chosen legal subject.
You will be allocated a project supervisor who will provide guidance throughout
the process and expertise in your chosen area. You will be asked to reflect on
the skills that you have acquired during the course and how these have enhanced
your employability.

or

Law in Practice

This module has been designed to enable you to use legal and law-related work,
paid or voluntary, for academic credit towards your degree. You will undertake
at least 35 hours’ work either in one of our pro bono projects or with a law
firm, advice agency, or other voluntary organisation in the UK or abroad.

Choose two of the following optional modules below.

OPTIONAL MODULES

Company Law

Acquire high-level knowledge of company law. You will solve legal problems and
study a number of topics, including limited and unlimited liability, shareholder
rights, and the dissolution of companies.

Employment Law

Learn to apply your legal knowledge to solve employment law problems. You will
study both collective employment law and individual employment law.

Evidence

Study the rules and principles of evidence in legal proceedings, and learn how
to apply the law of evidence to factual situations.

Family Law

An introduction to the principal themes of English Family Law including
marriage, divorce law, civil partnership, cohabitation, protection against
domestic violence, and parental responsibility.

Intellectual Property Law

An introduction to intellectual property law, its rationales, economic function
and international influences. You will gain an awareness of design law and study
the law of copyright and patents.

Medical Law

Understand the legal and ethical issues surrounding the provision of medical
treatment and care, and apply the law to solve medico-legal problems.

Duration: 2 years

Solicitor Apprenticeship Stage 2 - LLM Professional Legal Practice

YEAR FIVE

Professional Conduct, Public and Administrative Law and Legal Systems

This module builds upon the knowledge and understanding of substantive law
acquired during your legal studies, in particular, Legal & Professional
Environment and Public Law . This module enables you to gain and apply practical
legal knowledge and understanding of the following areas of law, practice and
procedure of the following areas:  ethics, professional conduct and regulation,
legal services, procedures relevant to constitutional and EU law, public and
administrative law.

Dispute Resolution in Contract and / or Tort

This module will enable you to gain and apply practical legal knowledge and
understanding of the following areas of law, practice and procedure:  core
principles of contract law; the core principles of tort; and the principles,
procedures and processes involved in dispute resolution and the Rule of Civil
Procedure.

Property Law and Practice

This module builds upon the knowledge and understanding of substantive law
acquired during earlier studies, in particular, contract, land and trusts.  This
module will enable you to gain and apply practical legal knowledge and
understanding of the processes and procedures in the following areas of law,
practice and procedure:  land law, trusts law, contract law, the core knowledge
areas of freehold real estate law and practice, the core knowledge areas of
leasehold real estate law and practice, the core principles of planning and the
core principles of property taxation.

Business Law and Practice

This module builds upon the knowledge and understanding of substantive law
acquired during earlier years, in particular, contract law and also aims to
further develop problem-solving skills and your commercial and professional
awareness.  You will also gain knowledge and understanding of the following
areas of law, practice and procedure:  business organisations, taxation of
business organisations, contract law, ethics, professional conduct and
regulations, including money laundering.

Wills and the Administration of Estates and Trusts

This module builds upon the knowledge and understanding of substantive law
acquired during your earlier legal studies.  The module enables you to gain and
apply practical legal knowledge and understanding of the following areas of law,
practice and procedure in the following areas of law: wills and intestacy,
probate and administration practice, taxation, taxation and in particular
Inheritance Tax and the practical application of trusts law.

Criminal Law and Practice

This module enables you to gain and apply practical legal knowledge and
understanding of the following areas of law, practice and procedure:  core legal
principles relating to a range of criminal offences, the procedure and processes
involved in advising a client at the police station and the procedure and
processes involved in criminal litigation.

YEAR SIX

 * Reflective report or Dissertation

Choose two modules from the following:

 * Advanced Legal Skills in Criminal Practice
 * Advanced Legal Skills in Dispute Resolution
 * Advanced Legal Skills in Property Practice
 * Advanced Legal Skills in Wills and Administration of Estates
 * Advanced Legal Skills in Business Practice


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STUDENT PROFILES


AKIL HUNTE




Akil took many work experience placements and internships in internationally
respected companies within the fields of law, investment banking and accountancy

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AKIL HUNTE




Akil took many work experience placements and internships in internationally
respected companies within the fields of law, investment banking and accountancy

See Akil Hunte's student profile


AKIL HUNTE




Akil took many work experience placements and internships in internationally
respected companies within the fields of law, investment banking and accountancy

See Akil Hunte's student profile



HOW YOU’RE TAUGHT

You will spend four years on our LLB (Hons) Law by Distance Learning course,
with Years 5 and 6, respectively, spent on preparation for the SQE Stages 1 and
2. In Year 6 you will have the opportunity to either pursue areas of interest by
choosing from six advanced skills areas and produce an extended piece of written
work or to submit a dissertation in order to be awarded a LLM.

The overall aim of this apprenticeship is to develop professionals who will,
amongst other things, be able to: provide legal advice to clients; progress
legal matters and transactions; apply legal knowledge and commercial awareness
to produce practical, workable solutions to legal problems; and use the full
range of legal skills, including research, interviewing and advising, advocacy,
negotiation and drafting.

You will be engaged in studying legal theory and practice through lectures,
seminars, role play and independent study, which will amount to 20% of the
apprenticeship. For the balance of the apprenticeship you will be engaged in
work-based learning. You will be allocated an Academic Mentor for your studies
and mentored by a senior colleague in your workplace. You will have access to
online course materials, the PebblePad eportfolio tool, library resources and
student support services.


STAFF PROFILES


MARK THOMAS


PRINCIPAL LECTURER


NOTTINGHAM LAW SCHOOL

Mark Thomas, Principal Lecturer for Student Experience, Nottingham Law School
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MARK THOMAS


PRINCIPAL LECTURER


NOTTINGHAM LAW SCHOOL

Mark Thomas, Principal Lecturer for Student Experience, Nottingham Law School
See Mark Thomas's staff profile


MARK THOMAS


PRINCIPAL LECTURER


NOTTINGHAM LAW SCHOOL

Mark Thomas, Principal Lecturer for Student Experience, Nottingham Law School
See Mark Thomas's staff profile



HOW YOU’RE ASSESSED

You will be assessed through a range of assignments, applied projects and
presentations and examinations.

It is the application of the knowledge you have acquired during the course that
will enable you to think strategically and bring about change within your
organisation.


CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Successful completion of the apprenticeship and additional LLM modules can lead
to the award of an LLM. Having passed the SQE and undertaken qualifying
work-based learning, you will be qualified as a solicitor.


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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

 * UK
 * International

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

It is recommended that applicants are employed in a legal environment for 30
hours or more a week, with at least 50% of their time based in England.

Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship offers a range of qualification entry routes
into the Apprenticeship, both traditional academic and vocational
qualifications, including but not limited to:

YOU WILL NEED ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

 * A-level: BBB excluding General Studies; or
 * A-level: BB excluding General Studies and AS-level: BC taken at the same
   sitting; or
 * BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM; or
 * ACCESS qualification indicating academic strength; or
 * A pass in the law units and skills elements of a Foundation Degree; or
 * Relevant employer-led work experience; or
 * Pass in CILEx Level 6 Law and Practice course or Professional Skills course;
   or
 * Pass in CILEx Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice; or
 * Pass in CILEx Level 3 Certificate in Law and Practice; or
 * Pass in CILEx Law School Certificate in Criminal Prosecution, Criminal
   Justice Administration or DWP/DH prosecutions; or
 * CPS Level 3 Certificate in Criminal Prosecution.

Other relevant or prior experience may also be considered as an alternative.
Where necessary, applications will be referred to the Course Leader for
consideration. NTU will liaise with the employer to determine their
requirements.

All successful applicants must meet the criteria for Apprentices set by the
Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA).

GCSE

You will also need GCSE maths and English at minimum grade C /4, or equivalent.

Applicants who cannot evidence GCSE maths and English at minimum Grade C/4, or
equivalent, will be asked to complete a Maths and English Initial Assessment
prior to joining the apprenticeship.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

We consider equivalent qualifications and combinations, we may also consider
credits achieved at other universities and your work/life experience through an
assessment of prior learning. This may be for year one entry, or beyond the
beginning of a course where applicable, for example, into year 2. Our
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy outlines the process
and options available for this route.

CONTEXTUAL OFFERS

As well as assessing your application and qualifications, we use contextual data
and information to make offers for this course. Depending on your circumstances,
we may make you an offer up to two grades below the standard entry criteria.
Find out how we assess your application.

GETTING IN TOUCH

If you need any more help or information, please email our Admissions and
Enquiries Team or call on +44 (0)115 848 4200.

Unfortunately this course is not available for EU or international students.


FEES AND FUNDING

 * UK
 * International

For Apprenticeship fees, funding and guidance information, please see
our Apprenticeships pages.

While we aim to keep any extra study costs to a minimum, please see our page
on additional costs and optional extras to find out about any additional
expenses you may incur on your course.

Read more about fees and funding

Unfortunately this course is not available for EU or international students.


HOW TO APPLY

 * UK
 * International

Applications to this course can be made through our NTU Applicant Portal - click
on the Apply button at the top of the page to be taken straight through to the
Portal.

As you will be studying whilst working full-time, you are getting an abundance
of on the job experiences and industry connections to ensure your career gets a
head start.

For more information or to talk to us about the companies who currently have
opportunities available email us or call +44 (0)115 848 8139.

Unfortunately this course is not available for EU or international students.


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