The Professional Masters in Solicitors Legal Practice will develop the knowledge and skills required for both the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) 1 and 2 assessments.
Why study with us
- The assessments on the programme will replicate the SQE 1 in style of questions and the practical skills assessed by SQE 2.
- This is a new course, but 88% of our Legal Practice Degree Apprenticeship students passed the SQE 1 exam, which is above the national average pass rate of 56%.
- The course also offers you the ability to gain qualifying work experience through participation on the pathway modules.
What you'll do
- You'll study core modules that replicate the Solicitors Qualifying Examination Functioning Legal Knowledge.
- You will develop all the skills and knowledge required to become a solicitor.
- You'll further extend your legal knowledge outside the requirements outlined in the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Academic expertise
Entry requirements
- Law Graduates: Either an Undergraduate Law Degree from an English or Welsh University at a minimum of 2:2 Honours, or Graduate Diploma in Law (or equivalent) qualification from an English or Welsh University
- Non-Law Graduates: Applications are welcome from individuals with non-Law Undergraduate Degrees at a minimum of 2:2 Honours. An interview will be necessary to ensure that applicants have the required legal knowledge before the course commences. We will look at alternative or professional qualifications, life experience, motivation, and commitment. For students who cannot establish the required legal knowledge, they many need to complete a conversion course, such as Graduate Diploma in Law (or equivalent) from an English or Welsh University
- International Applications: In addition to the admissions requirements stated above, where English is not the primary language an IELTS score of at least 6.5 must be proven as a condition for admission to this programme
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
Find out more about Carers BursaryRice-Jones Charitable Trust Postgraduate Law Scholarship
The Rice-Jones Charitable Trust scholarship will cover the tuition fee of a postgraduate course for a student who can demonstrate academic promise, commitment to the legal profession and financial need.
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This course is delivered by the School of Law and Policing
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