Enterprise and Commerce
Legal and Police Studies Level 5
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
This course is designed to equip you with foundational knowledge and skills in law and police practices, providing a solid base for further study and future employment. A fundamental understanding of the law and Police Scotland will prepare you to progress to the Legal and Police Studies Level 6 course, starting in January 2026.
Upon completing the Level 6 course, you can advance to HNC Legal Services or HNC Police Studies programs in August 2026.
Key objectives of this course:
- Enhance your understanding of the role and importance of law.
- Develop essential core skills relevant to careers and further studies in legal and police-related fields.
- Prepare you for progression into Level 6 and related academic pathways.
What you will learn
- Introduction to legal research and writing
- Business Law
- Consumer Law
- Modern Law and Policing
These are just some of the areas covered in your course.
Meta Skills Developed:
- Integrity
- Adapting
- Initiative
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Curiosity
- Critical thinking
How the course is assessed
- Each subject will have different evidence requirements and approaches to assessment.
Some examples on the methods of assessments:
- Open Book
- Exam – Closed book controlled
- Project-based assessments
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week
Entry requirements
Any relevant National Qualifications Group Award at SCQF level 4. Must include Comms and Numeracy
Relevant subjects could include
- English
- Business
- Economics
- Marketing
- Modern Studies
- Accounting
- Science subject
Candidates will be considered on an individual basis.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You will be required to attend a course information session and or skills check
English Proficiency Requirements
Minimum IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Legal and Police studies level 6 commencing January 2026
Career options
- Junior administrator
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 25/08/25 |
