Legal – T Level 3
The world of law is an exciting place to work with a wide range of careers and job professions available to follow. Studying this T Level will open you up to a range of opportunities and experiences in this fast-moving sector.
The broad nature of this T Level will ensure that you gain a thorough understanding of the legal world and will equip you with the skills, knowledge, behaviours and experience to be successful in your future career! Whether you want to be a solicitor, paralegal or barrister this T level could be your first step!
To enable you to develop your holistic knowledge, skills and abilities in law you will cover a variety of topics including the business environment, professional ethics and the fundamentals of law, as well as having the opportunity to specialise in either business law or criminal law. This means that when it comes to employment you will have the knowledge and the skills to go wherever your ambitions take you, working in a sector that excites you in a job role you can excel in.
Equivalent to three A Levels, this two-year programme has also been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so you can be rest assured that the content is relevant, up to date and in demand with future employers.
You’ll spend 20% of your time on an industry placement, giving you vital experience in the world of work and a CV to wow future employers. Your employer may also provide you with that invaluable first reference, whilst several our students have already been offered full time contracts following a successful Industry Placement!
The broad nature of this T Level will ensure that you gain a thorough understanding of the legal world and will equip you with the skills, knowledge, behaviours and experience to be successful in your future career! Whether you want to be a solicitor, paralegal or barrister this T level could be your first step!
To enable you to develop your holistic knowledge, skills and abilities in law you will cover a variety of topics including the business environment, professional ethics and the fundamentals of law, as well as having the opportunity to specialise in either business law or criminal law. This means that when it comes to employment you will have the knowledge and the skills to go wherever your ambitions take you, working in a sector that excites you in a job role you can excel in.
Equivalent to three A Levels, this two-year programme has also been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so you can be rest assured that the content is relevant, up to date and in demand with future employers.
You’ll spend 20% of your time on an industry placement, giving you vital experience in the world of work and a CV to wow future employers. Your employer may also provide you with that invaluable first reference, whilst several our students have already been offered full time contracts following a successful Industry Placement!
Course Information
Course Type:
16-18
Study Mode:
Full Time
Qualification:
T Level
Location:
Deane Road Campus
Course Code:
BA127-YPT3-Z
Course Length:
Start Date:
September 2026
Subject Area:
SERVICE INDUSTRIES
Overview
The world of law is an exciting place to work with a wide range of careers and job professions available to follow. Studying this T Level will open you up to a range of opportunities and experiences in this fast-moving sector.
The broad nature of this T Level will ensure that you gain a thorough understanding of the legal world and will equip you with the skills, knowledge, behaviours and experience to be successful in your future career! Whether you want to be a solicitor, paralegal or barrister this T level could be your first step!
To enable you to develop your holistic knowledge, skills and abilities in law you will cover a variety of topics including the business environment, professional ethics and the fundamentals of law, as well as having the opportunity to specialise in either business law or criminal law. This means that when it comes to employment you will have the knowledge and the skills to go wherever your ambitions take you, working in a sector that excites you in a job role you can excel in.
Equivalent to three A Levels, this two-year programme has also been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so you can be rest assured that the content is relevant, up to date and in demand with future employers.
You’ll spend 20% of your time on an industry placement, giving you vital experience in the world of work and a CV to wow future employers. Your employer may also provide you with that invaluable first reference, whilst several our students have already been offered full time contracts following a successful Industry Placement!
The broad nature of this T Level will ensure that you gain a thorough understanding of the legal world and will equip you with the skills, knowledge, behaviours and experience to be successful in your future career! Whether you want to be a solicitor, paralegal or barrister this T level could be your first step!
To enable you to develop your holistic knowledge, skills and abilities in law you will cover a variety of topics including the business environment, professional ethics and the fundamentals of law, as well as having the opportunity to specialise in either business law or criminal law. This means that when it comes to employment you will have the knowledge and the skills to go wherever your ambitions take you, working in a sector that excites you in a job role you can excel in.
Equivalent to three A Levels, this two-year programme has also been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so you can be rest assured that the content is relevant, up to date and in demand with future employers.
You’ll spend 20% of your time on an industry placement, giving you vital experience in the world of work and a CV to wow future employers. Your employer may also provide you with that invaluable first reference, whilst several our students have already been offered full time contracts following a successful Industry Placement!
What You'll Learn
Topics covered include:
• Professionalism and Ethics
• Security and Risk
• Professional Services
• Fundamentals of law
On your Industry Placement you will experience life in any number of businesses in the legal sector, including legal departments for large organisations, law firms and the council.
• Professionalism and Ethics
• Security and Risk
• Professional Services
• Fundamentals of law
On your Industry Placement you will experience life in any number of businesses in the legal sector, including legal departments for large organisations, law firms and the council.
How Will I Be Assessed?
You’ll be assessed via a mixture of assignments, employer-set projects and exam(s).
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4, including English and Maths
Future Opportunities
The sole purpose of a T Level is to prepare you for employment and a dynamic career. Due to the broad range of topics covered on the Law programme you will be equipped for a career in a variety of settings. You could work as a:
• Solicitor, providing essential legal advice to clients and acting on their behalf on legal matters. The starting salary for a solicitor is £25,000 per year.
• Barrister, giving advice to solicitors and representing clients in disagreements, investigations and in court. Experienced barristers can earn up to £200,000 per year, starting at £17, 500.
• Paralegal, carrying out key research into cases, preparing legal documents and providing legal advice to clients and with the necessary experience you could be earning up to £40,000 per year.
As the T level is equivalent to three A Levels you could even decide to progress to university or a paid apprenticeship, if you choose.
• Solicitor, providing essential legal advice to clients and acting on their behalf on legal matters. The starting salary for a solicitor is £25,000 per year.
• Barrister, giving advice to solicitors and representing clients in disagreements, investigations and in court. Experienced barristers can earn up to £200,000 per year, starting at £17, 500.
• Paralegal, carrying out key research into cases, preparing legal documents and providing legal advice to clients and with the necessary experience you could be earning up to £40,000 per year.
As the T level is equivalent to three A Levels you could even decide to progress to university or a paid apprenticeship, if you choose.
How to Apply?
Click the ‘Apply’ button on this page.
You’ll be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
You’ll be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
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Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
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- Thursday 18th June 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Walk In Day, Thursday 2nd July 2026, 9am-4pm
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Supporting Your Learning
We have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services including FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors (LDMs); impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
Enrichment
Sitting a job interview, writing a personal statement, applying for university - taking part in our enrichment programme will give you a CV to wow in all of these situations! You’ll benefit from departmental and cross-college enrichment with:
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you’ll demonstrate that you’re a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
- Inspiring trips and experiences
- Meetings with industry experts
- Visits to leading companies in your sector
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you’ll demonstrate that you’re a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
Why Choose Us?
We’re an elite College, and part of the University of Bolton Group, offering you a gateway to all of Greater Manchester’s vast range of fantastic opportunities for specialist careers, university degree courses and higher Apprenticeships.
We’ll reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our £75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, café and canteen.
You’ll also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
We’ll reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our £75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, café and canteen.
You’ll also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
English and maths classes - for adults and young people who want that grade or confidence boost.
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