The Level 5 Diploma in Law is an Ofqual regulated UK qualification benchmarked at RQF Level 5, equivalent to the second year of a UK bachelor's degree (LLB). Designed to develop critical legal reasoning, case analysis, and practical knowledge of legal frameworks, the course covers core areas such as public law, criminal law, contract law, land law, equity and trusts, and EU law. Assessment is typically coursework and assignment based, enabling graduates to enter roles such as Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Compliance Officer, or Contracts Administrator, or progress directly into the final year (Level 6 top up / LLB completion) at a UK university. The programme prepares students for further academic study in law and related disciplines while equipping them with practical skills applicable in a wide range of professional environments.
Graduate Path
Graduates of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Law can pursue careers in legal and regulatory fields, including roles such as Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Compliance Officer, Court Administrator, Legal Executive, Contracts Officer, and Regulatory Affairs Assistant.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to OBS below;
1. Diploma/Level 4
2. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level
3. School Transcript
4. Passport/National ID
5. CV
NB: Applicants with No High School can submit the below for consideration
1. Passport
2. CV (5 years’ experience)
3. Junior High School Certificate (If available)
OBS accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, must submit
Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores of IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
