Program Overview

Postgraduate Diploma in Law (PGDL) Online

Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Law (PGDL) Online is a conversion course designed for non-law graduates who want to pursue a career in law. This online course provides a pathway into legal practice, preparing students for the next stage of vocational training.

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

• An undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above in any discipline (or equivalent).

Duration Options

• 9 months (full-time online)
• 19-21 months (part-time online)

Study Mode Options

• Full-time
• Full-time Online
• Part-time
• Part-time Online

Next Start Date

• September 2025

Course Structure

Required Pre-Course Study

• The Law & Constitution module requires 40-50 hours of pre-course study in Legal Method, through guided module units with all materials provided online.

Modules

• English Legal System and Constitutional Law (including EU Law) (15 credits)
• Tort Law (15 credits)
• Contract Law (15 credits)
• Criminal Law (15 credits)
• Administrative Law and Human Rights (15 credits)
• Land Law (15 credits)
• Equity & Trusts (15 credits)
• Law of Organisations (15 credits)
• Skills and Behaviours (non-credit-bearing)

Course Information

Assessment

• All modules will incorporate 40% examination by Single Best Answer Questions (SBAQs) to support any future progress onto SQE1 assessment.
• The other 60% will vary according to the module, including online open book examination, coursework, and oral presentation.

Structure

• We provide you with a structured approach to your learning, with a clear and easy to navigate online learning platform (Blackboard ELITE), supported by our dedicated academic, administrative, design and development teams to ensure you have the very best learning experience.
• Each taught module comprises of workshops and incorporates streamed lectures or media.
• Class contact time is combined with online tutorials, online Single Best Answer Questions (SBAQs) and self-study from study manuals and online research.
• The learning model is based around undertaking activities in the workshops (or equivalent online activities) to develop both knowledge and key skills.
• The Skills and Behaviours module will comprise of workshops spread over all semesters.

Fees and Applying

How to Apply

• You can apply for the PGDL Online directly with the University.

Fees and Funding

• 2024/25 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2024): £11,500
• 2025/26 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2025): £11,950
• We also have a range of scholarships and bursaries available which make studying with us more affordable than ever.

Employability

• We care about your career, which is why we offer support with job applications and other work experience opportunities as soon as you accept your place.
• Discover more about our employability support and how we can help you achieve your career goals.