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Overview
A strong command of the Civil Procedure Rules is essential for effective litigation practice. This course gives you a clear, structured understanding of the CPR from pre‑action through to trial, supported by recent case law illustrating how the courts apply the rules.
Packed with practical guidance, it’s ideal for junior litigators, returners and professionals supporting litigation processes.
What will you learn?
By the end of this Civil Litigation Overview course at BPP University you will be able to:
- Navigate the CPR and apply the Overriding Objective in practice
- Manage pre‑action steps and assess the suitability of ADR
- Issue, serve and progress proceedings efficiently
- Prepare Part 36 offers and understand their tactical impact
- Manage disclosure, witness evidence and expert evidence effectively
- Prepare civil cases for trial and understand the key principles of costs
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Overview of the CPR & the Overriding Objective
- Pre‑action protocols, considerations & investigations
- ADR options & strategic considerations
- Part 36 offers
- Issue & service of proceedings
- Track allocation & case management directions
- Interim applications
- Evidence: disclosure, witness statements & expert evidence
- Trial preparation
- Costs
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Civil & Private Law View 12 other Short Courses in Civil & Private Law in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Who is the course for?
- Trainee solicitors, newly qualified solicitors and legal executives working in or moving into litigation teams.
- Also valuable as a refresher for practitioners returning to civil litigation.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents630 GBP / full≈ 630 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents630 GBP / full≈ 630 GBP / full
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