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Swansea University: Law and Legal Practice
| Institution | Swansea University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law View department profile |
| Web | www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| study@swansea.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1792 295358 |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
Our LLM Law & Legal Practice is a professional programme designed for students who do not have an undergraduate degree in Law.
The programme combines core legal knowledge with practical legal skills, providing essential preparation for nonlaw graduates who wish to qualify as solicitors in England and Wales via the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE).
You will have the opportunity to develop a strong foundation in core law subjects aligned with undergraduate assessment areas, while gaining a master’s qualification. The programme equips you with legal knowledge, practical skills, and the confidence needed for life in legal practice.
Delivered over two academic years, the programme is taught in two stages. Stage 1 focuses on foundational legal subjects such as the law of obligations and land law. Stage 2 builds on this by exploring core legal practice areas.
The programme culminates in an opportunity to undertake directed independent learning, closely aligned with professional legal work, with a focus on practical legal research and drafting.
As a postgraduate student in the School of Law, you will join a globally recognised community with a vibrant academic environment and an exceptional student experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For detailed entry requirements, please refer to our website: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/law/llm-law-legal-practice/ |
| Location | Singleton Park Campus Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP |
Summary
The LLM Law and Legal Practice is a conversion course that prepares non-law graduates for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination 1 (SQE1), which is the first essential step in your route to qualification.
The programme combines core knowledge and practical application of the law to provide preparation for non-law graduates looking to qualify as Solicitors in England & Wales.
It offers you the opportunity to gain a master’s award, attain legal knowledge and skills, and prepare for life in legal practice.
This is an intense programme delivered over eighteen months, covering the foundations of law, core practice areas and skills required for the SQE1 assessment within a qualification that will be recognised and valued by prospective employers.
You will also have an opportunity to undertake directed independent learning, authentic to the legal profession.
Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For detailed entry requirements, please refer to our website: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/law/llm-law-legal-practice/ |
| Location | Singleton Park Campus Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP |
Welcome to the Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law at Swansea University, where we enjoy an international reputation and prepare our students for a range of careers that make a difference to society. Based within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, we provide a unique and contemporary educational offering from Master’s to PhD, boosting our students’ prospects with experiential learning opportunities, such as working with our Law Clinic and placements with a range of key partners.
Why Choose Swansea?
- Ranked top 150 in the world for Law (QS World University Rankings 2025) …
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