LLM Law Conversion with SQE1

Entry requirements

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject from a recognised UK institution (or overseas equivalent)

Months of entry

January, May, September

Course content

Benefit from unrivalled connections to law firms with our SQE training

Whether you’re from a non-law background or you’re new to studying law, our LLM Law Conversion with SQE1 course will prepare you for a career in practice.

Law training to prepare you for SQE1

Develop a deep understanding of fundamental legal principles while building your expertise in the legal practice areas that are assessed in SQE1.

• Benefit from maximum support including monthly skills and knowledge drop-in sessions, revision forums and 1-2-1s with your dedicated personal tutor.
• Access Bridge to the SQE as soon as you accept your place, with 40 hours of additional study covering Navigating the SQE, Legal Technology and Virtual Vacation Schemes to enhance your employability before the start of your SQE course.
• Don’t let finances stand in your way. Our LLM Law Conversion with SQE1 is eligible for postgraduate loan funding of £12,167 from Student Finance England.
• Career Guarantee: if you don’t secure a relevant legal role within six months of passing SQE2, study our Career Boost package including a range of valuable employability courses for free.

Innovative learning methods with proven results

Our technology driven approach to developing knowledge and skills maximises your success with law training that’s tailored to you.

• Virtual Practice Environment: Experience realistic briefs and case handling in a way that mirrors legal practice.
• Adapt: Our unique platform embeds your course learning in AI that tracks your progress, measures your strengths, and develops your target areas for improvement.

Assessment method

Our LLM Law Conversion with SQE1 is made up of two courses: Law Conversion Course (PGDL) and SQE1 Preparation.

Our Law Conversion Course (PGDL) features are variety of assessments, including:

• Written exams
• Multiple-choice questions
• Oral assessments
• Written coursework

Some exams will be part-seen, involving advanced release of assessment material.

The pass mark for all assessments is 50%.

Coursework is in the form of essays, reports or case studies, while group or individual presentations may be required to assess other competencies.

For SQE1 Preparation, you’ll sit multiple-choice assessments, which are written in the same style as the SQE1 papers and reflect the knowledge you’ll need to pass the external assessment. You’ll also be required to submit a portfolio of skills and a reflective statement to demonstrate the development of your core legal skills.

Fees and funding

Our LLM Law Conversion Course (PGDL) is eligible for postgraduate funding of up to £12,167.