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SQE1 Preparation Course

Cutting edge training that ensures you have the legal knowledge to pass SQE1. You’ll become confident and experienced with answering SQE1 exam style questions, while starting to build the legal skills you’ll need for SQE2.

79% SQE1 pass rate+Our pass rates speak for themselves
Leading SQE training providerPass rates 20% above the national average+
Live teachingdelivered by SQExperts with invaluable professional experience

About the SQE1 Preparation Course

Prepare to pass with our SQE1 Preparation course.

Get the Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK) you need to pass the challenging SQE1 assessments. With weekly small group classes and regular access to an SQExpert tutor, you’ll be supported with a structured route to SQE success. Prepare to pass, with guided revision support and innovative, high-quality learning resources.

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

  • Teaching delivered by expert SQE tutors with invaluable professional experience

  • Access resources covering foundational areas of legal knowledge for SQE1

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

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for our SQE1 Preparation course are as follows:

  • 2:2 honours law degree that covers the following seven foundational areas of legal knowledge (Criminal Law, Equity and Trusts, Law of the European Union, Contract, Tort, Property/Land Law and Public Law) OR

  • 2:2 honours degree in a non-law subject (or overseas equivalent in any subject) and a minimum of a pass in a GDL/PGDL or CPE that covers the foundational areas of legal knowledge; OR

  • 2:2 honours degree in a non-law subject (or overseas equivalent in any subject) and have obtained a mark of 50% or more in our admissions test on the foundational areas of legal knowledge set by BPP University Law School; OR

  • Equivalent qualifications (such as ILEx/CILEx) - if your qualification does cover all of the foundational areas of legal knowledge, you will normally be required to study the missing topics on a GDL, CPE or equivalent.

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
4 months (FT) or 10 months (PT)
Start dates
September or February
Study methods
Online (live) or face-to-face
Fees and funding

From £5,500

Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate in Legal Practice (Solicitor – SQE1)
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What can I do after the SQE1 Preparation course?

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

Dive into the FLK legal practice areas. You’ll be introduced to new legal subject areas, while receiving structured revision support for the core areas of law covered in your undergraduate or law conversion course.

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) and Solicitors Accounts (FLK2) will also be covered together with helpful revision materials for the Legal System of England and Wales.

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 SQE 1 exam prep 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. The platform 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

Our internal assessments count towards your university award.

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

Full-time: our full-time course is taught over four months and you’ll typically receive 10 contact hours per week. In addition to this contact time, you will be required to complete approximately 30 hours of independent learning per week.

Part-time: our part-time course is taught over nine months and you’ll typically receive four contact hours per week. In addition to this contact time, you will be required to complete approximately 10-12 hours of independent learning per week.

Fees and funding

2024-2025 academic year

London Central (Holborn)£6,500
Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Manchester, Leeds, Online£5,500

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

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

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

Why 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.

BPP helped me get MCQ ready with an interactive learning platform to look at bite sized content at the end of every topic.


Brian Okwaisie SQE1 Preparation

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