T Level in Legal Services: Crime, Criminal Justice and Social Welfare

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 5-9, including Maths and English Language.

T Levels offer a route to further your career, whether you’re aiming for skilled employment, an apprenticeship, or higher education. Recognised by UCAS, these qualifications provide a valuable stepping stone to university studies. Each T Level is awarded UCAS points corresponding to its grade, enhancing your university application. To earn UCAS points, you must achieve at least a pass grade. The point allocations are as follows:

• Distinction* = 168 points
• Distinction = 144 points
• Merit = 120 points
• Pass = 96 points, C or above on the core
• Pass = 72 points, D or E on the core

You will complete two external examinations:

- Paper 1 - Business Principles for Legal Services
- Paper 2 – Application Of Law

You will also complete three externally set projects:

- Project 1 – Employer Set Project
- Project 2 – Legal Services: Business, Finance and Employment
- Project 3 – Legal Services: Crime, Criminal Justice and Social Welfare

GCSE Maths and English are vital stepping stones for your academic and professional journey. Achieving a good grade in these subjects not only fulfills most college entry requirements but also equips you with essential skills critical in almost every field. Whether you're calculating percentages in business, crafting compelling arguments, or simply managing daily tasks, these core subjects enhance your problem-solving and communication abilities, setting a solid foundation for your future studies and career success. Start your college course with confidence by securing these key qualifications!

Our T Level courses combine classroom learning with hands-on industry experience, providing you with the skills and knowledge highly valued by employers. You'll spend 80% of your time on academic studies and 20% on a 45-day work placement, totalling over 315 hours of practical exposure. This balance ensures a comprehensive understanding of your field and enhances your professional skills.

You can arrange your own placement or use our student placement team's expertise. This mandatory component prepares you for real career challenges and opportunities as you transition from student to professional.

At Sunderland College our commitment to your future goes beyond the classroom. We are dedicated to providing you with real-world experiences and industry insights that will prepare you not just to enter, but to excel in your chosen field. Here’s how we connect you with the industry:

- Placement Opportunities - Dive into your future career with our hands-on placement opportunities. These are not just work experiences, but gateways to potential employment and invaluable learning. They’re a core part of our courses, offering you a chance to apply academic theories in real-world scenarios.
- Networking Events - Build your professional network early. Our placement and careers fairs are your chance to meet and impress potential employers. These events are designed to help you forge significant industry connections that can enhance your career prospects. Attend talks, engage in discussions, and explore apprenticeship opportunities with employers who are eager to meet fresh talent.
- Expert Insights - Stay ahead of the curve with talks from specialist speakers. These industry leaders share the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field, giving you the inside track on what to expect and how to thrive.
- Skills Competitions - Showcase your abilities in our exciting skills competitions. Held throughout the academic year, these competitions are not just about winning – they are about learning, growing, and pushing your limits. They offer a fun, competitive environment to enhance what you learn in class and develop essential industry skills.

You will study this programme in timetabled lessons totalling 16hrs per week across 4 days.

In addition, one day per week will be dedicated to your ongoing engagement with an industry placement, with a legal setting.

Although you are not required to be on campus when you do not have a timetabled lesson, we strongly recommend making effective use of our learning facilities and resources during these study periods to stay on top of your work.

Modules/course content:

- Business Principles for Legal Services -
This unit introduces the core concepts of how legal organisations operate within the wider business environment. It covers topics such as business structures, finance, client relations, ethics, data management, and regulatory frameworks. Learners develop an understanding of how legal firms function as businesses and how professionals contribute to organisational success while maintaining compliance with legal and professional standards.

- Application of Law -
In this unit, learners explore how laws are created, interpreted, and applied in real-world contexts. It includes the study of legal systems, key legislation, sources of law, and the roles of legal institutions. Students learn to apply legal reasoning to case studies and scenarios across different areas of law, such as criminal, civil, and employment law, developing skills in legal analysis and problem-solving.

- Employer Set Project (ESP) -
The Employer Set Project is a practical, work-related assignment designed in collaboration with employers in the legal sector. It allows learners to apply knowledge and skills from across the qualification to complete tasks that reflect real workplace challenges. The project tests organisation, communication, teamwork, research, and professional conduct—mirroring the expectations of employers in legal and business environments.

- Legal Services Project: Business, Finance and Employment -
This project focuses on legal issues related to business operations, financial matters, and employment relationships. Learners apply legal knowledge to scenarios involving contracts, business disputes, consumer rights, employment law, and financial compliance. It helps them understand how the law supports fair business practice and protects both employers and employees.

- Legal Services Project: Crime, Criminal Justice and Social Welfare -
This specialist project centres on the criminal justice system and areas of law that promote social welfare and protect individuals. Learners explore criminal liability, the roles of law enforcement and courts, and laws affecting vulnerable groups. Through applied tasks and case studies, students gain insight into how legal professionals support justice, rehabilitation, and social responsibility.

For more information on T Levels, please visit:
https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/introduction-of-t-levels/introduction-of-t-levels