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:
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:
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October 2025
University of Essex Online
West Gate,
6 Grace Street,
Leeds,
LS1 2RP, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England
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July 2025
University of Essex Online
West Gate,
6 Grace Street,
Leeds,
LS1 2RP, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England
We believe that education should be accessible for everyone. Thats why we offer an open entry route – meaning you dont need any prior academic or work experience in order to start studying with us. You will also need to meet our English language requirements. You will need to pass your first assignment set within the first three weeks of the course in order to continue with your studies. As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency with English is required. If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0. Dont worry if you dont hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.