The LLM in Professional Legal Practice is a modern, career-focused master’s degree designed to prepare both law and non-law graduates for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE1 and SQE2). This fully online course bridges the gap between academic theory and practical application, providing students with the essential skills, ethics, and legal knowledge required to excel as a practicing solicitor in England and Wales.
This comprehensive Master of Laws (LLM) program offers a structured pathway to legal qualification under the UK's new SQE framework. Unlike traditional law degrees, this program is highly practice-oriented, ensuring you don’t just learn the law, but also how to apply it in professional environments.
SQE Integration: The curriculum includes dedicated preparation for both SQE1 (Functioning Legal Knowledge) and SQE2 (Practical Legal Skills).
Flexible Learning: Delivered 100% online, allowing you to balance your studies with work or personal commitments.
Professional Edge: Beyond exam prep, you will develop a Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) portfolio and master high-level legal research and drafting.
Inclusive Design: Suitable for individuals with a 2.1 degree in any subject, making it an ideal choice for career changers.
Award Title: LLM in Professional Legal Practice
Study Mode: Fully Online (Distance Learning)
Duration: 1 year (Full-time) or 2 years (Part-time)
Start Dates: Multiple intakes throughout the year (e.g., April, October)
Qualification Level: RQF Level 7 (Postgraduate)
Core Modules Include:
Public Law and Legal Services
Tort and Dispute Resolution
Contract and Business Law and Practice
Criminal Law and Practice
Land Law and Property Practice
Trusts, Wills, and Administration of Estates
Legal Skills in Context (SQE2 Prep)
Professional Research Project
To be eligible for the LLM Professional Legal Practice, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Academic Background: An undergraduate degree with a minimum of 2.1 Honours (or equivalent) from a recognized university in any subject.
English Proficiency: * IELTS: An overall score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any individual component).
Alternative: Evidence of previous studies conducted in English may be accepted.
Non-Standard Entry: Applicants with a 2.2 degree or those with significant relevant work experience may be considered on an individual basis.
Technical Access: As this is an online course, students must have access to a reliable computer and high-speed internet.
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