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SQE Starter Course (Online)

Bridge the gaps in your legal knowledge and build your foundations in core SQE1 subjects. The SQE Starter Course (Online) is the perfect entry point for non-law graduates or career changers looking to get the core legal knowledge needed to study an SQE preparation course. 

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Practice materialsOnline access to materials and practice questions, with 24/7 access from anywhere in the world
Flexible start datesMonthly dates throughout the year to allow you to study the course when you are ready
Prepare for the next stage of SQEDiagnostic tests to ensure that you are ready to progress to the next stage of your SQE studies

Course overview

Step up to the challenge with the SQE Starter Course (Online). Designed for those with a good grasp of some legal areas, this course fills in the gaps and introduces all the academic law subjects covered under the SQE1’s Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK). 

Study at your own pace and master contract, tort, land, trusts, criminal, and public law. Whether you’re levelling up your legal knowledge or gearing up to ace our admissions test and secure your place on an SQE prep course, your SQE journey starts here. 

You’ll access high quality materials covering: 

  • The Legal System and Public Law 1 (FLK1) 

  • Public Law 2 (FLK1) 

  • Tort Law (FLK1) 

  • Land Law (FLK2) 

  • Trusts Law (FLK2) 

  • Criminal Law (FLK2) 

New to law? Start strong with our LLM Law Conversion with SQE1. 

Price
from £3,200All courses Inc VAT and excludes exams
Duration

Between 260 and 390 hours (depending on previous experience) 

Start dates

Monthly start dates

Course start dates 

1 Jun 2025  

1 Jul 2025  

1 Aug 2025  

1 Sep 2025  

1 Oct 2025  

1 Nov 2025  

1 Dec 2025  

1 Jan 2026  

Fees and funding

Fees

2024-2025 academic year
Online£3,200
2025-2026 academic year
Online£3,400

Please note that the SQE is an external assessment, the cost of which is not included in your course fee.

Funding options

Interest-free payment plans

Explore interest-free payment plans that help you to spread the cost of your course through instalments. View payment plans

Need help with funding options? 

If you have any questions or want to find out more about funding options that will suit you, speak to one of or advisors on 03300 603 100 for more details. 

Why choose BPP?

Study materials by SQExpertsHigh quality assessment-focused materials covering the academic law subjects of Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK) that are aligned to the SQE1 curriculum.
Real-world, practical learningInteractive exercises that allow you to apply your knowledge in scenario-based questions that reflect the SQE1 assessments.
Interactive tutor supportOnline forums, moderated by expert tutors, where you can post questions to solidify your understanding.

Dive into our SQE content

A guide to the SQE

​​The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is the standardised assessment for aspiring solicitors in England and Wales. Introduced by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the SQE replaces the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and aims to create a more accessible and consistent route into the legal profession. To qualify as a solicitor, candidates must​ ​​​​pass SQE1 (assessing the application of legal skills, principles and knowledge through multiple-choice questions)​; ​​​​​​​pass SQE2 (testing practical legal skills)​; ​​​​​​c​​omplete two years of Qualifying Work Experience (QWE)​ and meet the SRA's character and suitability requirements​.
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SQE Exam Dates

Preparing to take your SQE exams or maybe just trying to understand the process better? The SQE, or the Solicitors Qualifying Examination, is a two-part assessment that prospective lawyers must complete if they want to be solicitors; known as SQE1 and SQE2. Read this guide to learn when the SQE exam dates are, what to expect, and additional preparation tips.
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How hard is the SQE?

The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is the gateway to becoming a solicitor in England and Wales. But how challenging is it, really? The SQE is now the primary pathway to qualifying as a solicitor so if you’re wondering whether you’re ready to take it on, this guide will break down the difficulty level, common concerns, and how the right preparation can set you up for success.
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