Law (Solicitors' Practice) LLM

Entry requirements

You must have achieved at least 2:2 in your law degree with an overall average of above 57% or above on their classification. Alternatively, you must have achieved at least a 2:2 with an overall average of 57% or above on their classification in any non-law degree and achieved a pass in a Graduate Diploma in Law (or equivalent)

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualification, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications

Months of entry

September

Course content

Prepare for your Solicitors' Qualifying Examinations (SQE) and a successful career in law. Through vocational training and academic study, you'll understand the practical and theoretical aspects of legal practice.

Overview

Unlock your legal career and take the next step on your path to becoming a solicitor with our LLM in Solicitors' Practice, meticulously crafted to prepare you for the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE). This course combines hands-on training with real courtroom experience, guiding you through the essentials of Functioning Legal Knowledge, including ethics, to build on the Foundations of Legal Knowledge gained in your undergraduate studies.

Through a balanced approach of lectures, interactive workshops, and independent study, you’ll enhance your problem-solving abilities and engage in reflective discussions to prepare for a career in legal practice. Our curriculum emphasises the practical procedures of law, alongside key areas of Functioning Legal Knowledge, promoting a reflective, nuanced understanding of both substantive legal rights and broader themes.

Benefit from Kent Law School’s strong connections with local employers, providing valuable opportunities for paid Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) placements. As one of the UK’s leading law schools and ranked 2nd in research in the Complete University Guide, Kent offers the advantage of learning from award-winning academics with practitioner experience. Our distinctive critical approach situates the law within wider social, political, and economic contexts, encouraging you to think critically about the diverse challenges and impacts of the legal field.

Information for international students

Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information

English language entry requirements

This course requires a Very Good level of English language equivalent to a high B2 on CEFR

Fees and funding

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