Study Details: 1 Year Full-time
This course will equip you with the legal knowledge required to prepare for the challenging Solicitors Qualifying Exam 1 (SQE 1). SQE is the assessment for all aspiring solicitors in England and Wales. By taking this course you’ll also gain real-world experience and a masters in law.
Our one-year LLM in Professional Legal Practice (SQE Pathway) programme will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to pass SQE1, together with the practical skills which are desired by law firms. During the year, you will be supported by legal experts with a wealth of experience in practice, who will ensure that you are fully prepared to complete the SQE1 exams.
The professional focus of this programme will provide a strong foundation upon which to prepare you for future practice as a newly qualified solicitor including:
A minimum of a 2:1 UK honours degree in law. Alternatively, a recognised equivalent international qualification with commendation/distinction in Graduate Diploma in Law.
Applicants with a 2:2 UK honours degree in law can be considered following a successful interview with the programme director.
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The structure of our programmes follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes:
Year 1
Semester 1
Compulsory
CLIENT INTERVIEWING AND ADVICE IN BUSINESS LAW
CIVIL LITIGATION DRAFTING
NEGOTIATION
Semester 2
Compulsory
LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING
PRACTICAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
CRIMINAL LAW, PRACTICE AND ADVOCACY
Optional
ACCESS TO JUSTICE
SPECIALTY IN LEGAL PRACTICE PROJECT
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
LEGAL PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND REGULATION
Optional modules for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
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