Overview

The Legal Practice (SQE) course from the University of West London focuses on developing the knowledge you need to undertake the Solicitors Qualifying Law Examinations (SQE1 and 2), the mandatory examinations required to qualify and practice as a solicitor in England and Wales.

Through a tailormade combination of academic and vocational modules, we will help you develop the core legal skills required to pass the SQE exams and take this essential step towards achieving your goals.

Additional benefits of studying at UWL's School of Law include:

taught by subject specialists with in-depth legal practice experience
guest lectures and seminars with industry experts
specialist careers fairs on the university campus
opportunities to apply for a range of invaluable legal work experience
chance to take part in the Law School's free legal advice clinic, run jointly with Ealing Equality Council
interact with our network of local solicitors and our LPC graduates who are now in practice.

Career opportunities:

On successful completion of this course you will be awarded the LLM in Legal practice and will be able to work as a trainee qualified solicitor.

The Careers and Employment Service provides careers workshops tailored for our LLM students, as well as practical, individual help with applications and interviews for a training contract. You will have this support available to you for up to three years after you complete the LLM, and indefinitely if you join the Alumni association.

Job fields include

law firms
Government roles
civil service
large in-house legal teams.

Accreditation

We are accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority ('SRA') and receive excellent feedback from our students, so you can feel confident in the quality and standards of our course.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Civil and Criminal Litigation

Property Law and Practice

Business Law and Practice

Professional Conduct and Regulation

Wills and Administration of Estates

Advocacy

Practical Legal Research

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

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Language

English

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

an honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or equivalent

a Common Professional Examination/Graduate Diploma in Law with an average of at least 50%

We may also offer you a place based on relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications are considered individually.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17250 GBP / year

≈ 17250 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10850 GBP / year

≈ 10850 GBP / year

Additional Details

National - £5,425 (September)

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Additional benefits of studying at UWL's School of Law include:

Career opportunities:

Job fields include

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

London

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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