Looking to start your journey towards a career in law? Take the first step to becoming an aspiring barrister or solicitor with the University of Essex Online. Youll learn the fundamentals of the English Legal System, while developing time management and critical analysis skills, with this 100% online, part-time CertHE Law.

Equivalent to the first level of undergraduate study, the course explores fascinating areas of law, such as:

• the principles of criminal liability and elements of major offences, including homicide, theft and offence
• legally enforceable contracts and the factors that render them unenforceable
• the role of constitutional and administrative law and their related issues .

Teaching methods

Studying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.

Our courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus. This means youll have access to your study materials 24/7, including:

• multimedia lecturecasts made up of written content, short videos, animation, audio recordings, infographics, short tests and mini-assignments
• discussion forums for you to chat about the course content with fellow students
• live seminars and Q&A sessions with your tutors
• a comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and academic journals
• support from academic staff and your dedicated Student Support team