Where are you starting from?
Choose a stage that matches your experience. Higher levels and degrees have separate entry requirements.
Level 2–3
Entry routes if you are new to formal qualifications in this area.
5 courses BuildLevel 4–5
Job-ready diplomas; credit transfer depends on the receiving institution.
12 courses AdvanceLevel 6–8
Senior professional and postgraduate diplomas.
2 courses DegreesTop-ups & degrees
University programmes named on each course page.
16 coursesLegal foundations
Introductory law and business law diplomas. 5 courses
Level 2 Certificate for Court Ushers
Undergraduate Diploma · 25 credits £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 2Level 2 Diploma in Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 60 credits £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 3Level 3 Diploma in Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 60 credits · Qualifi · A-level equivalent £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 3Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 180 credits · Qualifi · A-level equivalent £1,50015 months · or £2,200 in 10 months Level 3Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Law - 10 months
Undergraduate Diploma · 180 credits · Qualifi · A-level equivalent £2,20010 monthsLegal practice
Extended law diplomas — see specification for credits. 12 courses
Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Law
Diploma progression · 300 credits · two years of a UK degree £2,10018 months · or £2,850 in 15 months Level 3–5Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Law - 15 months
Diploma progression · 300 credits · two years of a UK degree £2,85015 months Level 3–4Level 3 + Level 4 Diploma in Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 240 credits £1,50015 months · or £2,200 in 10 months Level 3–4Level 3 + Level 4 Diploma in Law - 10 months
Undergraduate Diploma · 240 credits £2,20010 months Level 4–5Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Law
Diploma progression · 240 credits · two years of a UK degree £1,50015 months · or £2,200 in 10 months Level 4–5Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Law - 10 months
Diploma progression · 240 credits · two years of a UK degree £2,20010 months Level 4Level 4 Certificate in Incident, Fraud and Claims Investigation
Undergraduate Diploma · 15 credits · 1st year of a UK degree £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 4Level 4 Diploma in Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 120 credits · Qualifi · 1st year of a UK degree £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 5Level 5 Award in Investigative Claimant Interviewing
Undergraduate Diploma · 8 credits · 2nd year / HND £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 5Level 5 Diploma in Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 120 credits · Qualifi · 2nd year / HND £9509 months · or £1,250 in 6 months Level 5Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law
Undergraduate Diploma · 240 credits · Qualifi · 2nd year / HND £1,50015 months · or £2,200 in 10 months Level 5Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law - 10 months
Undergraduate Diploma · 240 credits · Qualifi · 2nd year / HND £2,20010 monthsLegal management
Postgraduate law diplomas where listed. 2 courses
LLB & top-ups
LLB (Hons) and top-up routes — admissions criteria apply. 16 courses
BA (Hons) Business Management with Diploma in Law - 18 months
Bachelor Degree · 480 credits · UK university award £6,70018 monthsBA (Hons) Business Management with Diploma in Law - 24 months
Bachelor Degree · 480 credits · UK university award £5,90024 monthsBA (Hons) Business Management with Diploma in Law - 36 months
Bachelor Degree · 480 credits · UK university award £5,90036 months · or £6,700 in 18 monthsLLB (Hons)
Bachelor Degree · 360 credits · UK university award £5,90036 monthsLLB (Hons) Top Up
Bachelor Degree · 120 credits · UK university award View fees12 monthsLLM Business Law - 12 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £7,70012 monthsLLM Business Law - 18 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £6,70018 monthsLLM Business Law - 24 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £5,70024 monthsLLM International Business & Commercial Law (Top Up)
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits View fees6–9 monthsLLM International Business & Commercial Law - 12 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits View fees12 months · or £7,700 in 12 months MBAMBA with Diploma in International Business Law - 12 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits Fees on request12 months · or £7,700 in 12 months MBAMBA with Diploma in International Business Law - 18 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £6,70018 months MBAMBA with Diploma in International Business Law - 24 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £5,70024 months MBAMBA with Diploma in International Commerical Law
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits Fees on request24 months MBAMBA with Diploma in International Commerical Law - 12 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £7,70012 months MBAMBA with Diploma in International Commerical Law - 18 months
Masters Degree · 180 credits · Master's degree · 180 credits £6,70018 months · or £7,700 in 12 monthsRoles you can target
Matched to the qualification level employers usually expect.
- Paralegal
- Legal Executive
- Compliance Officer
- Contracts Administrator
- Legal Practice Manager
- In-house Counsel (support)
From diploma to degree
Many learners move from shorter diplomas to higher levels or degree routes. Admissions and credit recognition are decided by the receiving university — confirm on application.
Foundations
Level 2–3 qualifications listed on this hub.
Related reading
Official comparisons, progression routes and learner guides that support this subject area.
Why study online with LEAP Education?
Regulated UK diplomas
Many programmes are Ofqual-regulated diplomas from awarding bodies named on each course page. Degrees are university awards — check the course you apply for.Flexible study
Most programmes are online with assignment-based assessment; occupational qualifications may require workplace evidence — see the specification.Fast track
Many diplomas offer a shorter fast-track duration on the course page.Flexible fees
Instalment options depend on the programme — fees are listed on each course page.Common questions
Can I study while working?
Most programmes are designed for online study alongside work. Workplace access may be required for some occupational qualifications — see your course specification.
How long does it take?
Duration depends on the qualification and study mode. Check the individual course page for published durations.
Is this Ofqual-regulated?
Ofqual-regulated diplomas are listed on the Ofqual Register when a reference is published on the course page. University degrees are not Ofqual register qualifications.
Will a diploma guarantee university credit or admission?
No. Progression depends on the receiving university’s admissions decision and recognition of prior learning. LEAP confirms eligibility during application where possible.
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