LLM Law with SQE1 Preparation
Entry requirements
The standard entry requirements for this course are:
- Eligibility to sit SQE1 as defined from time to time by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
- To satisfy ONE of the following:
- a. A first- or second-class honours law degree from a UK institution or equivalent foreign institution.
- b. A first- or second-class non-law honours degree or equivalent from a foreign institution which incorporates the study of legal topics, and the candidate obtained a minimum of a 2:2 grade in those topics.
- c. A first- or second-class non-law honours degree or equivalent from a foreign institution which did not include the study of legal topics, however the candidate can demonstrate the necessary analytical skills and/or has relevant experience in a legal or commercial environment.
- d. Persons who have not attained a degree of the standard and type indicated in a-c above may be considered if they have relevant practical experience in a legal or commercial setting.
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
Course Highlights
- Complete BARBRI’s SQE1 preparation course using an individualised AI-powered Personal Study Plan.
- Track your professional development through reflective practice supported by individual mentoring and group workshops.
- Specialise in an area of law of your choice with our elective modules.
- Develop advanced legal research skills through our dissertation module.
- Enhance your learning experience in hands-on clinical legal projects such as placements and mentoring.
- Dedicated support from Learning Coaches including qualified legal professionals and experience legal educators.
Information for international students
International Applicants
Find out about our requirements and see useful information for international applicants:
If you are uncertain whether you will be eligible to apply for this course, please contact our Admissions team.
Fees and funding
We have bursaries and scholarships available for both home and international students at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and these are awarded based on location, merit or financial need.
Funded scholarships and bursaries may be awarded across all schools of study, and represent a partial remission from tuition fees. Bursaries are means-tested and are intended for those who need a contribution towards their fees in order to study at Buckingham.
Students applying for this course may be eligible for the following:
UK Students
International Students
View all scholarships and bursaries.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- LLM
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
BARBRI’s industry-leading SQE1 preparation programme has been incorporated into this 12-month LLM degree to ensure a holistic approach to professional development. This is not only focused on passing SQE1, but develops an understanding of professional expectations as well as legal knowledge and skills more broadly. Students are taught to engage in reflective practice to track their professional development and deliberately optimise their preparation for SQE1 and beyond. You will have regular in-person support in this journey, from an individual Learning Coach experienced in legal practice and legal education, as well as group workshops.
You can tailor this programme to your interests by picking elective modules, allowing you to graduate with a specialisation in one of the following:
- Banking and Financial Services Law
- Corporate Law
- International Trade and Maritime Law
- Regulation of Financial Crime
- Public International Law
Students across all of our LLM programmes join together in seminars, engaging in academically rigorous evaluation of complex legal issues at the forefront of their chosen areas of law. On our dissertation module, you will dive deep into a particular aspect of your chosen specialisation. Training in advanced legal research enables a practical understanding of the creation and interpretation of knowledge.
Rigorous academic training, smart SQE1 preparation, and individual mentoring allows you to combine the best of academic and professional development courses. You will also graduate with an LLM that speaks to your advanced research and critical analysis abilities, your subject specialisation, and your readiness for SQE1 and legal practice.
Assessment
| Assessment | What kind of work will I be doing? (proportionally) |
|---|---|
| Written coursework / continuous assessment | 60 |
| Dissertation | 60 (15,000 words) |
| SQE1 Preparation | 60 |
Course contact details
- Name
- info@buckingham.ac.uk
- info@buckingham.ac.uk