Course summary
Embark on your journey to becoming a solicitor with full SQE 1 and 2 preparation. This LLM in Professional Legal Practice will prepare you for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination, both in terms of the functional legal knowledge needed for SQE1, and the professional legal skills you will need for SQE2. Delivered in collaboration with the College of Legal Practice and taught by mix of professional academic staff and practising solicitors, students will be provided with everything they need to pass their SQE assessments, and to further develop their legal and professional knowledge and skills over a variety of practical and future facing topics. The modules are designed to suit you and your SQE Preparation sessions are delivered in both traditional workshop sized groups and large group sessions. You'll also benefit from guest lectures and high levels of personalised supervision to ensure you are supported throughout your SQE journey. As one of our LLM students you will have access to thousands of College of Legal Practices' SQE Multiple Choice Questions, multiple SQE Assessment simulations, and ‘SQE Ready Reviews’ with supervisors. Alongside this expert teaching, you will have the opportunity to study modules delivered by Solent University across topics such as Commercial Law, Negotiation and Dispute Resolution, AI, Intellectual Property Law and beyond. You will also, of course, be a part of our Law School, meaning you will have access to tailored events such as workshops, Q&As, mock trials and mock mediations delivered by legal professionals, as well as career and networking events. These professional development activities give you the opportunities you need to achieve your career goals and take the next steps in your professional journey We also understand that every student’s career path is unique, and this course is designed to recognise that. With a mix of hybrid sessions and block teaching, the course will meet your needs regardless of personal circumstance, and with Solent’s and College Of Legal Practice’s industry links and careers support - this course offers more than simply SQE preparation; it offers you a bridge into the professional world.
Modules
SQE 1 Preparation This module is designed to prepare you the first of your SQE assessments; SQE 1. SQE 1 is comprised of two Functional Legal Knowledge assessments (FLK 1 and FLK 2). You'll be taught by practitioners and academics from the internationally renowned SQE training provider, the College of Legal Practice (COLP). Using COLP’s virtual learning environment and attending occasional on-site collaborative sessions at Solent University, you'll be prepared for your SQE 1 assessments as you work through FLK 1 and FLK 2 modules, learning how to apply legal principles in the format SQE 1 requires. You'll have the opportunity to engage in mock SQE 1 styled assessments on all SQE 1 FLK topics and will also receive an “SQE Ready” check in from COLP to provide updates on your SQE 1 readiness. SQE 2 Preparation The Module is designed to prepare you for your SQE 2 Assessment. SQE 2 builds upon SQE 1 in that students will develop and be tested on fundamental legal skills within areas of Functional Legal Knowledge. The skills include areas such as drafting, research, interviewing, advocacy etc. These skills are tested within specific areas of knowledge developed whilst studying the SQE 1 Preparation Module (Criminal Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Property Practice, Wills and Probate, and Business Organisation). Underpinning theoretical learning, you will find yourself engaged in drafting activities, mock mediations, mock advocacy in our Courtroom, mock interviews and so on. All designed to make you SQE 2 Ready. Again, students will have access to COLP materials for up to 10 months after completing this Module.
- Optional modules
How to apply
International applicants
All international applicants need to be aware that the English language requirements to attend Solent University, and the English language requirements to obtain a visa from the Home Office, may be different. This means that if you meet the Solent University language requirement to gain a place on the course, you may still have to meet additional requirements to be granted with a visa by the Home Office. We strongly advise all applicants to visit the Home Office website which outlines all the requirements for a successful visa application and to take a look at our course entry statement document.
Entry requirements
2:2 (or higher) honours degree in any subject or equivalent. Applicants who do not have English as their first language will be required to demonstrate an approved level of proficiency in the use of the English language. Qualifications are checked before enrolment, and international students must bring their original certificates or certified copies when coming to study at the University.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS minimum 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component |
TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | TOEFL IBT 92 with a minimum of 22 in writing and a minimum of 20 in reading, listening and speaking |
Institution's Own Test | Duolingo English Language Test - 115 overall with minimum of 100 in each component |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
Solent University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships that provide financial assistance or waive fees for tuition or accommodation. Each bursary or scholarship has specific eligibility criteria. Check out our bursaries and scholarships pages to find out more (https://www.solent.ac.uk/finance/bursaries)
Provider information
Southampton, Solent University
East Park Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YN