can I study law at uni if I do betcs?
I do a level photography, btec psychology and btec health and social with EPQ that is law based. I want to study law because I enjoy it and really believe I will succeed in the industry. I just don't know what unis would accept me and tbh searching for them is overwhelming and not detailed. Please help me. also I believe that I will get D*D*AA
Original post by Amy_42018
I do a level photography, btec psychology and btec health and social with EPQ that is law based. I want to study law because I enjoy it and really believe I will succeed in the industry. I just don't know what unis would accept me and tbh searching for them is overwhelming and not detailed. Please help me. also I believe that I will get D*D*AA
The way I would go about it is by looking at the entry requirements for law at different universities you are interested in. If they accept a BTEC level 3 extended diploma, it is likely that they will accept a combination of BTECs and A levels. If you are really lost and cannot find any information regarding your situation on the website, email the admissions and law department at the university whose course you're interested in for further information. One example is the University of Bristol. Bristol is a very highly ranked and reputable Russell Group university for law that accepts BTEC qualifications for their law course.
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/2025/law/llb-law/#entry-requirements
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/uk-qualifications/btec-qualifications-/
Unfortunately this will be something you'll have to do more research on yourself, as only you will know which courses and universities are best suited to you. It's important to note that you don't need an undergraduate law degree to practice law. If you want to become a barrister, you could study a different subject at undergraduate level and do a conversion degree in order to sit the bar examination. If you want to be a solicitor, under the new SQE route, you no longer need a degree in law. It is recommended to have studied law before sitting the SQE1 and SQE2 examinations, but it is not necessary. You could probably get by with just sitting the practice courses and intensive study. Some employers will even pay for your conversion degree so this is something you can also consider. Studying a qualifying law degree (LLB) won't actually make you a qualified lawyer of any form upon graduation, you'll have to undertake further study and professional practice to qualify as either a barrister or a solicitor. It will take usually take you a minimum of 2 years to qualify after graduating from an undergraduate degree in law, assuming you either pass the bar and secure a pupillage first time or gain a training contract and pass the SQE first time. I would recommend looking more closely into the modules in a law degree before making the decision to study law, as you'll need to have an interest in several areas to study law.
Hey there , it's great to hear about your passion for law and your qualifications & interests!
With your A level in Photography, BTECs in Psychology and Health and Social Care, and an EPQ based on law, you have a decent foundation for your university applications. Achieving D*D*AA is a good goal and I'm sure you will find universities that will consider your application.
Bear in mind that acceptance criteria vary by university, so it's crucial to check the specific requirements of each institution. However, De Montfort University (DMU) does accept the qualifications you're working towards in the application process. They have a history of valuing diverse educational backgrounds, which can work in your favor.
I highly recommend attending an open day at DMU or any other universities you're interested in. This will give you a chance to learn more about the course details, meet the faculty, and get a clearer understanding of the specific entry requirements. Open days are invaluable for gathering information directly from the source, and they often provide insights that you might not find online.
Also, try speaking with some of the student ambassadors on through The Ambassador Platform (on our website) to get some personal experience advise from other students who studied your course.
Good luck with your studies and applications! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
Cece
Student at DeMontfort University
With your A level in Photography, BTECs in Psychology and Health and Social Care, and an EPQ based on law, you have a decent foundation for your university applications. Achieving D*D*AA is a good goal and I'm sure you will find universities that will consider your application.
Bear in mind that acceptance criteria vary by university, so it's crucial to check the specific requirements of each institution. However, De Montfort University (DMU) does accept the qualifications you're working towards in the application process. They have a history of valuing diverse educational backgrounds, which can work in your favor.
I highly recommend attending an open day at DMU or any other universities you're interested in. This will give you a chance to learn more about the course details, meet the faculty, and get a clearer understanding of the specific entry requirements. Open days are invaluable for gathering information directly from the source, and they often provide insights that you might not find online.
Also, try speaking with some of the student ambassadors on through The Ambassador Platform (on our website) to get some personal experience advise from other students who studied your course.
Good luck with your studies and applications! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
Cece
Student at DeMontfort University
(edited 9 months ago)
Original post by bibachu
The way I would go about it is by looking at the entry requirements for law at different universities you are interested in. If they accept a BTEC level 3 extended diploma, it is likely that they will accept a combination of BTECs and A levels. If you are really lost and cannot find any information regarding your situation on the website, email the admissions and law department at the university whose course you're interested in for further information. One example is the University of Bristol. Bristol is a very highly ranked and reputable Russell Group university for law that accepts BTEC qualifications for their law course.
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/2025/law/llb-law/#entry-requirements
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/uk-qualifications/btec-qualifications-/
Unfortunately this will be something you'll have to do more research on yourself, as only you will know which courses and universities are best suited to you. It's important to note that you don't need an undergraduate law degree to practice law. If you want to become a barrister, you could study a different subject at undergraduate level and do a conversion degree in order to sit the bar examination. If you want to be a solicitor, under the new SQE route, you no longer need a degree in law. It is recommended to have studied law before sitting the SQE1 and SQE2 examinations, but it is not necessary. You could probably get by with just sitting the practice courses and intensive study. Some employers will even pay for your conversion degree so this is something you can also consider. Studying a qualifying law degree (LLB) won't actually make you a qualified lawyer of any form upon graduation, you'll have to undertake further study and professional practice to qualify as either a barrister or a solicitor. It will take usually take you a minimum of 2 years to qualify after graduating from an undergraduate degree in law, assuming you either pass the bar and secure a pupillage first time or gain a training contract and pass the SQE first time. I would recommend looking more closely into the modules in a law degree before making the decision to study law, as you'll need to have an interest in several areas to study law.
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/2025/law/llb-law/#entry-requirements
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/uk-qualifications/btec-qualifications-/
Unfortunately this will be something you'll have to do more research on yourself, as only you will know which courses and universities are best suited to you. It's important to note that you don't need an undergraduate law degree to practice law. If you want to become a barrister, you could study a different subject at undergraduate level and do a conversion degree in order to sit the bar examination. If you want to be a solicitor, under the new SQE route, you no longer need a degree in law. It is recommended to have studied law before sitting the SQE1 and SQE2 examinations, but it is not necessary. You could probably get by with just sitting the practice courses and intensive study. Some employers will even pay for your conversion degree so this is something you can also consider. Studying a qualifying law degree (LLB) won't actually make you a qualified lawyer of any form upon graduation, you'll have to undertake further study and professional practice to qualify as either a barrister or a solicitor. It will take usually take you a minimum of 2 years to qualify after graduating from an undergraduate degree in law, assuming you either pass the bar and secure a pupillage first time or gain a training contract and pass the SQE first time. I would recommend looking more closely into the modules in a law degree before making the decision to study law, as you'll need to have an interest in several areas to study law.
Hi there! Thank you so much for replying you have helped me more than google has ahah. I will do my own further research on this, thank you.
Original post by De Montfort University
Hey there , it's great to hear about your passion for law and your of qualifications , do align with your interests. With your A level in Photography, BTECs in Psychology and Health and Social Care, and an EPQ based on law, you have a decent foundation for your university applications. Achieving DDAA is an good goal, and I'm sure you will find universities that will consider your application.
Bear in mind that acceptance criteria vary by university, so it's crucial to check the specific requirements of each institution. However, De Montfort University (DMU) does accept the qualifications you're working towards in the application process. They have a history of valuing diverse educational backgrounds, which can work in your favor. I highly recommend attending an open day at DMU or any other universities you're interested in. This will give you a chance to learn more about the course details, meet the faculty, and get a clearer understanding of the specific entry requirements.
Open days are invaluable for gathering information directly from the source, and they often provide insights that you might not find online. Also , speaking try speaking with some of the student ambassadors on through TAP on our website to get some personal experience advise from other students who studied your course.
Good luck with your studies and applications! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
Cece
Student at DeMontfort University
Bear in mind that acceptance criteria vary by university, so it's crucial to check the specific requirements of each institution. However, De Montfort University (DMU) does accept the qualifications you're working towards in the application process. They have a history of valuing diverse educational backgrounds, which can work in your favor. I highly recommend attending an open day at DMU or any other universities you're interested in. This will give you a chance to learn more about the course details, meet the faculty, and get a clearer understanding of the specific entry requirements.
Open days are invaluable for gathering information directly from the source, and they often provide insights that you might not find online. Also , speaking try speaking with some of the student ambassadors on through TAP on our website to get some personal experience advise from other students who studied your course.
Good luck with your studies and applications! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
Cece
Student at DeMontfort University
Hi there, thank you so much for the reply. I will definitely do my own further research regarding this. You have been a great help.
Entry to the legal professions is very competitive. You could make yourself a more competitive candidate by taking more rigorous subjects, and at A level or IB rather than BTEC, and then obtaining a degree in a rigorous subject, whether law or something else. What is it about law that interests you, and why do you think that you could succeed in the field?
Original post by Amy_42018
I do a level photography, btec psychology and btec health and social with EPQ that is law based. I want to study law because I enjoy it and really believe I will succeed in the industry. I just don't know what unis would accept me and tbh searching for them is overwhelming and not detailed. Please help me. also I believe that I will get D*D*AA
It's great to hear that you're passionate about studying law and confident in your potential for success , that's going to play a big part in your application process. Based on your qualifications in A-Level Photography, BTEC Psychology, BTEC Health and Social, and your EPQ, you should consider De Montfort University (DMU) or all other universities with a similar application process approach. We offer a law program that accepts a mix of A-Levels and BTECs. For entry, they typically require 120 UCAS points, which aligns well with your predicted grades of DDAA. Specifically, their entrance requirements for BTEC students are:
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BTEC National Diploma: Distinction/Distinction/Merit
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BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction/Distinction/Merit
I hope this helps to some extent and good luck with your applications! If you need more details or support, attending university open days can also be incredibly helpful and we have one coming up on the 21st of June feel free to book using our website.
Cece
Energy Engineering Student
De Montfort University
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