Law

Entry requirements

You are expected to have an honours degree (in any subject) awarded by a recognised UK university or equivalent. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study.

Months of entry

November

Course content

In this postgraduate certificate, you’ll explore law in context, examining how legal systems interact with society in areas such as business, the environment, international law, human rights and criminal justice. You’ll engage with questions of social justice and sustainability while developing your ability to find and analyse legal sources and wider literature. You’ll strengthen your employability by developing and demonstrating practical skills in research, critical thinking, and legal analysis. This certificate provides a strong academic foundation, whether you want to deepen a personal interest, support your work in a law-related field, or to prepare you for further postgraduate study.

Information for international students

This qualification can be studied from anywhere in the world.

Fees and funding

For more information about fees and funding, please visit The Open University website.