Law (SQE1) Online - Full-time The University of Law

Overview

The Law (SQE1) Online - Full-time at The University of Law is a master's level conversion course specifically designed for graduates from non-law disciplines. This programme bridges the gap between your previous undergraduate studies and a professional career in the legal sector. By combining academic rigour with practical training, it ensures you are fully prepared for the first stage of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination.

Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates Functioning Legal Knowledge with the professional skills required in modern legal practice. The course is delivered through a sophisticated virtual learning environment, allowing you to engage with high-quality materials and expert tuition from anywhere in the world.

Why Law (SQE1) Online - Full-time at The University of Law?

The University of Law is a specialist provider with a long-standing reputation for excellence in legal education. This programme offers a unique advantage by providing four weeks of guaranteed Qualifying Work Experience within the institution's Legal Advice Clinics. This hands-on opportunity allows you to apply theoretical knowledge to real-life cases under the supervision of qualified solicitors.

The institution maintains strong links with the legal profession, delivering training for a vast majority of the top law firms in the UK. Students gain access to an extensive careers service and innovative study tools, including an intelligent revision app and comprehensive online manuals. The teaching staff consists of experienced lawyers who bring practical insights into the virtual classroom, ensuring you develop the mindset and behaviours of a professional practitioner.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16350 per full
• National fee: GBP 16350 per full

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to cover core legal principles alongside specific preparation for professional assessments. Modules may include:

• English Legal System and Constitutional Law
• Tort Law
• Contract Law
• Criminal Law
• Administrative Law and Human Rights
• Land Law
• Trusts
• Law of Organisations
• Skills and Behaviours

Careers with Law (SQE1) Online - Full-time

Graduates are well-positioned to pursue careers as solicitors within the UK legal system. The combination of a non-law background and a specialist legal conversion is highly valued by employers in various sectors, including private practice, in-house legal departments, and public sector organisations. The programme provides a direct pathway to further professional training, such as SQE2 preparation courses.

Beyond traditional legal roles, the analytical and evaluative skills developed during the course are transferable to careers in business, politics, and corporate governance. The university's dedicated careers and employability team provides ongoing support to help students secure training contracts and other professional opportunities upon completion of their studies.