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Level 3 Business Law Pathway

Level 3 Business Law Pathway

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The Level 3 Combined Subject Pathway option BUSINESS LAW is designed for learners wanting to continue their education through applied learning, who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in a range of sectors.

The business law pathway option consists of three learning aims:

  • Business
  • Applied Law
  • Applied Psychology

The business law pathway option is designed as a typical two-year study programme, the pathway caries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to admission requirements to many courses. The business law pathway option is equivalent to three (3) A-Levels.

  • Entry Requirements


    5 x GCSE's at Grade 4 or above including English, mathematics and a subject in Humanities.

    We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

    We will invite you to a Meet the Teacher event where you will receive information, advice and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

  • Course Content


    Business will prepare you for a career in business which can apply to any sector or industry. Business will introduce the purposes of different businesses, their structure, the effect of the external environment and how they need to by dynamic and innovative to survive. You will further gain skills relating to, and an understanding of, how a marketing campaign is developed. Business requires you to complete two mandatory units namely Exploring Business (internally assessed) and Developing a Marketing Campaign (externally assessed).

    Applied Law aims to introduce study of the legal sector. In addition to specific legal content, the qualification will enable learners to develop the transferable and higher-order skills that are highly regarded by higher education providers and employers. Applied Law requires you to complete two mandatory units namely Dispute Solving in Civil Law (externally assessed) and Investigating Aspects of Criminal Law and the Legal System (internally assessed). Learners will explore how civil disputes are resolved, both in the courts and by alternative means as well as examine precedent and its application in the law of negligence. You will further research how laws are made and interpreted, who advises and decides on the outcome of criminal cases and the punishments that can be imposed if laws are broken.

    Applied Psychology is the scientific study of minds and behaviour. As such, it is a part of our everyday lives. An understanding of human behaviour is fundamental to many jobs in society and the study of psychology at degree level and beyond remains a very popular choice. There are two mandatory units namely Psychological Approaches and Applications (externally assessed) and Health Psychology (externally assessed). The mandatory content allows you to concentrate on the development of your knowledge and understanding of psychology, as well as the application of skills that are important in psychology.

  • Progression Next Steps


    You may progress to the second year of your chosen pathway or consider further training or study in related fields such as an apprenticeship or employment.

    There are many employment opportunities in the business field, including business adviser, business analyst, arbitrator, business development manager, chartered management accountant, corporate investment banker, data analyst, data scientist, forensic accountant, project manager and stockbroker to name a few.

    There are many employment opportunities in the law field, including arbitrator, barrister, lawyer, detective, solicitor, licensed conveyance and paralegal.

    The sectors in psychology are wide ranging, including psychology, forensic psychology, sport psychology, neuro-psychology, educational psychology, psychiatry, mental health counselling, substance use counselling and marriage and family therapy.

    There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education. During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated careers and education adviser who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

  • Additional Information


    All courses run subject to demand and the content listed here should be used as a guide only. Course content may vary according to a range of factors such as course duration, campus, teaching staff and requirements from awarding bodies.

  • Course Structure


    The pathway is typically run over two years and the assessment is comprised of exams and course work. Students must really enjoy reading, researching, writing essays and have achieved well in a Humanities GCSE subject as school, e.g. History.

    This pathway combines:

    • Business
    • Applied Law
    • Applied Psychology

  • Assessment Details


    You will collect credits throughout the two-year programme using a combination of coursework and exams. You will be assessed through a range of assessment types and styles including internally and externally assessed units (exams). You will have two opportunities to sit each exam series in January and in the summer term of each year.