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London Metropolitan University: Professional Legal Practice
| Institution | London Metropolitan University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Guildhall School of Business and Law |
| Web | https://www.londonmet.ac.uk |
| courseenquiries@londonmet.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7133 4202 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Why study this course? Preparing you for the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), this course replaces the postgraduate diploma in Legal Practice (commonly referred to as the LPC) as the new route for becoming a solicitor.
Designed for law graduates looking to practise law, you’ll gain the additional skills, knowledge and essential preparation in order to complete the SQE Part One examination.
More about this course This postgraduate certificate in Professional Legal Practice prepares you to take the first part of the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), which replaces the Legal Practice Course (LPC) route to practising law.
Centrally managed by educational establishment KAPLAN, the SQE route consists of two assessments followed by proof of two years’ practical experience. Find out more about the SQE route into law. [link to routes into law webpage - waiting on sign off]
Providing you with the functioning legal knowledge subjects as set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, this course will prepare you to take the first exam of the two SQE assessments.
You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding and in-depth knowledge of various legal issues, so that you’re confidently able to analyse complex problems and make informed decisions to resolve them.
London Met is one of the highest quality providers of legal practice qualifications in London, so rest assured you’re in good hands to prepare you for your career as a solicitor.
Assessment You’ll be assessed on this course via two multiple-choice tests. The syllabus and assessments mirror those of the professional examinations, as they reflect the assessment of the centralised SQE Part One examination.
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You’ll be required to have: a lower second-class (2.2) or higher undergraduate UK law degree* or have passed the Graduate Diploma in Law having obtained average marks 50% or above; an IELTs score of 6.5 or above as a standard entry requirement for law courses. |
| Location | Holloway 166-220 Holloway Road Islington N7 8DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 5000 GBP for Whole course |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You’ll be required to have: a lower second-class (2.2) or higher undergraduate UK law degree* or have passed the Graduate Diploma in Law having obtained average marks 50% or above; an IELTs score of 6.5 or above as a standard entry requirement for law courses. |
| Location | Holloway 166-220 Holloway Road Islington N7 8DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2500 GBP for Year 1 |
About London Met
Looking to improve your job prospects, change career direction or simply pursue a passion? London Met has the right postgraduate degree for you.
Graduates have gone on to become leaders, changemakers, advocates, innovators and pioneers. By putting the emphasis on work-related learning, its courses are designed to ensure you’ll have the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career. Many courses are also professionally accredited.
London Met will support you the whole way through, right up until you get that new job or well-deserved promotion you’ve been studying for!
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