Law and German 

Overview

The Law and German diploma from The Open University UK  offers a solid grounding in key concepts associated with law and in the use of German. With this diploma, you’ll raise your legal awareness and acquire skills of legal analysis and methods. The study of German opens doors to other cultures and communities, and can provide a key to the global workplace.

The law modules in this qualification cover the legal system in England and Wales only, not any other parts of the UK.

Key features of the course

• Develops a solid understanding of the role of law in society today.

• Provides you with legal awareness and the skills of legal analysis and methods.

• Develops you into an independent user of German, reaching level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

• Develops solid knowledge of the cultures that use German, and solid intercultural communication competence.

• Offers the option of a week in Germany.

You’ll develop a broad set of employability skills, including the ability to:

• Understand the foundation subjects of law and the legal system of England and Wales.

• Apply legal principles to resolve issues.

• Present and make a reasoned choice between different opinions and solutions.

• Read and discuss complex and technical legal materials.

• Communicate effectively, clearly and accurately with others.

• Use information and communication technology (ICT) effectively.

• Manage time and work independently and as part of a team.

• Take responsibility for your own personal development, set realistic objectives and meet your own goals.

• Manage and motivate yourself.

• Plan, organise and prioritise your work, evaluate and reflect on it.