The legal profession is one of the most respected and intellectually rewarding career paths in the world. If you’ve already built a foundation in law or completed a Level 4 qualification, the Level 5 Diploma in Law is your next crucial step toward becoming a qualified legal professional. Whether you’re aiming for a career in legal practice, compliance, public policy, or corporate law, this diploma equips you with the critical skills and advanced knowledge needed to succeed.
The Level 5 Diploma in Law is an advanced intermediate qualification, equivalent to the second year of a university law degree. It deepens your understanding of core legal principles while introducing more complex areas of law and legal practice. The diploma is designed to prepare learners for higher academic study (such as an LLB or LLM) or direct employment in the legal sector, including roles like paralegal, legal executive, or compliance officer.
The Level 5 Diploma in Law is more than a qualification—it’s an investment in your legal future. Whether you’re preparing for further academic study or ready to enter the legal profession, this diploma will provide you with the critical thinking, legal knowledge, and practical skills to thrive in a competitive industry.
Course overview
To enroll in the LICQual Level 5 Diploma in Law, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Educational Requirements: A minimum of a Level 4 Diploma in Law or an equivalent qualification in legal studies. Alternatively, completion of the first year of an LLB or law-related university program may be accepted.
- Experience: While not mandatory, relevant work or volunteer experience in legal, administrative, or office roles may support an application, especially for mature learners without formal academic qualifications.
- English Language Proficiency: As the course is taught in English, applicants must have a strong command of the English language, both written and spoken, to comprehend course materials and engage effectively in assignments and assessments.
Qualification# | Unit Title | Credits | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
LICQ2200416-1 | Equity and Trusts Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-2 | Company and Partnership Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-3 | Employment Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-4 | Family Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-5 | Commercial Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-6 | Advanced Legal Research and Writing | 10 | 60 |
Qualification# | Unit Title | Credits | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
LICQ2200416-1 | Equity and Trusts Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-2 | Company and Partnership Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-3 | Employment Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-4 | Family Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-5 | Commercial Law | 10 | 60 |
LICQ2200416-6 | Advanced Legal Research and Writing | 10 | 60 |
- Individuals who have completed a Level 4 Diploma in Law or equivalent and want to deepen their understanding of more complex areas of law, such as equity and trusts, commercial law, and employment law.
- Learners aiming to become paralegals, legal executives, or legal assistants in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies, and who want to acquire a more advanced qualification.
- Those who wish to progress to an LLB (Bachelor of Laws) or other advanced law degrees can use this diploma as a stepping stone, as it covers topics equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate law degree.
- Professionals from unrelated fields who wish to transition into the legal sector and gain formal legal qualifications to enhance their employability in roles such as compliance officer, risk management professional, or contract administrator.
- Paralegals, legal secretaries, and others in entry-level legal roles who wish to expand their knowledge and increase their qualifications to progress to more senior roles in the legal profession.
- Learners from outside the UK who wish to study a UK-based legal qualification that is globally recognized and offers strong progression opportunities in international legal systems.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
