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LLM Law Conversion with SQE1

Accelerate your progression into legal practice with an LLM Law Conversion with SQE1 course dedicated to getting you SQE ready. Build the knowledge you need to compete with law graduates and take on the SQE exams with confidence. 

Eligible for postgraduate loan funding.

Leading SQE training providerPass rates 20% above the national average+
79% SQE1 pass rate+Our pass rates speak for themselves
Maximum support Including drop-in sessions, revision forums and 1-2-1s with your personal tutor

About the LLM Law Conversion with SQE1

Go from non-law graduate to confident SQE candidate. 

Seamlessly integrating your law conversion and SQE1 preparation into one, you’ll cover the foundational legal knowledge you need before moving onto the Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK) areas assessed in the SQE1. With learning contextualised using realistic legal scenarios, you’ll also start developing the core skills you’ll need for the SQE2. 

On completion, you’ll be eligible to study our SQE2 Preparation course. You can also apply for our Essentials for Practice module, which provides enhanced knowledge and skills. 

What you'll study

Our courses are designed to ensure you have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to stand out in a competitive market.  

  • Benefit from maximum support, with drop-in sessions, forums, and 1-2-1s  

  • Both online and hard copy resources to suit your style  

  • On-the-go access to SQE MCQ practice questions 

  • Instant access to Bridge to the SQE with 40 hours of additional study 

  • Peace of mind with our Career Guarantee*

  • Access coaching, mentoring and placement opportunities through Aspiring Solicitors** 

  • Eligible for postgraduate loan funding 

*T&Cs apply
**Subject to meeting the eligibility criteria for Aspiring Solicitors’ services 

Entry requirements

  • Minimum 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject from a recognised UK institution (or overseas equivalent) 

  • If you do not think you meet the entry requirements, but have other qualifications, strong references or relevant work experience, please contact us and we can review your options. 

English language requirements

To study at BPP, it is important that you are able to communicate and engage in English effectively in an academic setting.

If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide proof of your ability across reading, writing, listening, and speaking in English.

View details of accepted English language qualifications

Course details
Course length
12-16 months (full-time) or 26-29 months (part-time)
Start dates
September, January and May
Study methods
Online (live) or face-to-face
Fees and funding

From £15,300

Qualification
Master of Laws in Law and Legal Practice (Solicitor)
Accreditation
Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Bar Standards Board (BSB)
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What can I do after LLM Law Conversion with SQE1?

Prepare for SQE2Buy your SQE2 prep course and prepare for the final exam.
Get QWEComplete two years’ Qualifying Work Experience.
SRA Suitability TestPass the SRA’s Character and Suitability test.

Course structure

With fresh legal knowledge, professional capabilities, and problem-solving skills, your learning will shape you into a confident and capable legal professional, ready to take on the challenging SQE exams.
PGDL

Integrating skills throughout with teaching delivered in the context of realistic legal scenarios, you’ll cover a range of essential legal areas:

  • Company Law (15 credits) 

  • Contract Law (15 credits) 

  • Criminal Law (15 credits) 

  • Land Law (15 credits) 

  • Public Law I (15 credits) 

  • Public Law II (15 credits) 

  • Tort Law (15 credits) 

  • Trusts Law (15 credits) 

  • Foundational Legal Skills (non-credit bearing)  

SQE1 Preparation

Get SQE1 ready with expert training on the legal practice areas known as Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK). You’ll study these areas in detail, while revising the core areas of law from your previous studies.

What you'll revise: 

  • Contract (FLK1) 

  • Public Law (FLK1) 

  • Tort (FLK1) 

  • Criminal Law (FLK2) 

  • Land Law (FLK2) 

  • Trusts (FLK2) 

What you'll learn: 

  • Business Law and Practice (FLK1) 

  • Dispute Resolution (FLK1) 

  • Criminal Law and Practice (FLK2) 

  • Property Practice (FLK2) 

  • Wills and the Administration of Estates (FLK2) 

Legal Services (FLK1), Professional Conduct (FLK1&2), Taxation (FLK1&2), Solicitors Accounts (FLK2) will also be covered together with helpful revision materials for the Legal System of England and Wales. 

Our approach not only provides you with the key legal knowledge you’ll need to pass the exam, but also introduces you to the legal skills necessary to pass SQE2 – giving you the best chance for overall success.

How you'll study

Face-to-face or Online Classroom Live

Study at one of our law centres or opt for online study via Online Classroom Live. Our LLM Law Conversion with SQE1 is taught exactly the same, no matter which mode you choose 

Practical learning optimised for success

Apply your knowledge via simulated client scenarios within our Virtual Practice Environment, which mirrors legal practice in a firm to give you a real insight into life as a legal professional.

Performance boosted by AI

You’ll use our AI-driven adaptive learning platform, BPP Adapt. Adapt identifies your strengths and areas for improvement, adapting to your performance and flexing as you develop.

Never miss an opportunity to improve

Whether you’re in-class, at home, or on the go, our learning resources are available in both hard copy and online format, so you don’t have to compromise on your learning style.

24/7 access to everything you need

Get instant access to interactive learning materials, course notes, and recorded lectures through The Hub. Our course materials are tailored to how you learn best, with the flexibility to ensure you can maximise your independent learning.


Types of assessment

Internal assessments 

Law Conversion Course (PGDL)

  • Exams with written elements and multiple-choice questions (some of which are part-seen, involving advanced release of assessment material). Pass mark is 50% 

  • Coursework including essays, reports, or case studies 

  • Group or individual presentations 

  • Reflective statement 

  • Long form answer and multiple-choice question assessments

  • Activities mirroring legal practice scenarios

  • Reflective statement on a portfolio of work

SQE1 Preparation 

SQE1 style multiple-choice assessments. 

Full details of BPP University’s feedback policy on examinations and assessments can be found in the Manual of Policies and Procedures.

External assessments 

The SQE comprises two stages: SQE1 and SQE2. The cost of the SQE assessment is not included in your course fee, and it is your responsibility to book and pay for the assessments directly with the SRA’s authorised assessment provider, Kaplan SQE Ltd. 

For more information on the SQE assessments, visit the SRA website.


Learning support

Access a full range of learning support services for students with any specialist learning needs.

Dates and locations

Explore BPP study locations

The SQE1 Preparation part of this course is taught at BPP London Central (Holborn). 
Please note, our Cambridge study centre does not qualify for a student visa. 

Full-time: you will typically receive between eight to 10 contact hours per week in small group workshops.  In addition, students will be required to complete approximately 30 hours of independent study per week. 

Part-time: we offer a variety of part-time options including evening, weekend and online study.  You will typically receive four contact hours per week. In addition,you will be required to complete approximately 10-12 hours of independent learning per week. 

Fees and funding

2024-2025 academic year

London South (Waterloo)£18,500
Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Manchester, Leeds, Online£15,300

A deposit of £350 will need to be paid within 48 hours of accepting your offer on all our courses, to secure your place.

In addition to your fees, there may be additional charges associated with your studies if you need to resit a BPP assessment. View resit information 

Funding options

We offer a number of ways to support you with funding your university studies:


Need to discuss finance?
If you have any questions or require help, contact us on 03300 603100

Who choose BPP University Law School?

30+ years

of training the brightest legal talent

600+

legal employers trust us to deliver their legal training

100,000+ alumni

across the globe

Studying as an international student

We welcome students from around the world, offering a culturally diverse study environment, with our specialist service helping choose your study location, correct visa, finance options and even somewhere to live.

We’re also a Student Sponsor and are fully recognised and accredited as a Higher Education Institution.

The advantages of doing the Law Conversion Course were that the BPP tutors who taught me would teach me the law that was relevant to the SQE.


Jeremy Page LLM Law Conversion with SQE1

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