Overview

The LLM in Legal Practice is a dynamic, fully online Master’s programme designed to support aspiring solicitors in their journey toward qualification in England and Wales. This flexible course integrates rigorous academic study with practical legal training, offering comprehensive preparation for both SQE1 and SQE2examinations.

Students benefit from a curriculum that not only covers the core legal knowledge and skills assessed in the SQE but also provides the opportunity to develop advanced legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities through a postgraduate qualification. The programme is structured to simulate real-world legal practice, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for the demands of modern legal work.

Whether you are a recent graduate or a working professional, the LLM offers a cost-effective and accessible route to solicitor qualification. It is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of legal practice while gaining a recognised academic credential that enhances employability and career progression.

The LLM includes four core modules:

  1. SQE1 Preparation
    – Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK1 & FLK2)
    – Timed mock assessments with feedback
    – Legal research and multiple-choice practice

    2. SQE2 Preparation
    – Oral and written skills: client interviewing, advocacy, legal drafting, legal writing, case and matter analysis
    – Practice-based simulations and feedback

    3. Transactional Practice Modules
    – Choose two practice areas (e.g., Business Law, Property, Dispute Resolution)
    – Develop practical legal skills in real-world contexts

    4. Capstone Project
    – Independent legal research project
    – Supervised by experienced legal professionals

– Fully Online: Study from anywhere with access to a virtual learning portal
– Personal Supervision: One-on-one support from qualified solicitors
– Interactive Resources: Live workshops, recorded lectures, and practice assessments
– Flexible Study: Designed to fit around work or other commitments

– Full-Time: 1 year
– Part-Time: 2 years
– Multiple Intakes: Throughout the year

– Total Fee: £7,245
– Eligible for UK Postgraduate Master’s Loan (up to £12,858)
– Covers tuition and SQE exam fees (SQE1: £1,798 | SQE2: £3,110)

– UK Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:2) or equivalent international qualification
– Strong interest in qualifying as a solicitor
– English language proficiency (if applicable):
– IELTS 6.5 (min. 6.0 in each component)
– TOEFL iBT 88
– Pearson PTE 58
– Cambridge C1 Advanced: Grade C or above

– Sit the SQE1 and SQE2 exams and qualify as a solicitor
– Gain a competitive edge in legal practice areas
– Pursue roles in legal consultancy, compliance, or in-house legal teams