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University of Wolverhampton: Law and Practice
| Institution | University of Wolverhampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Wolverhampton Law School |
| Web | www.wlv.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This course is scheduled for launch in September 2024 when the first admissions to the course will commence. The LLM Law and Practice is an advanced legal studies course that is structured to prepare you to undertake the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examination (‘SQE’) Stage 1 after successful completion of this course. Assessments predominately consist of ‘multiple-choice questions’ examinations, which will provide you with a solid foundation to successfully undertake the SQE Stage 1. You will also gain practical and applied legal knowledge through problem-based learning that is designed to enhance your employability in the legal sector. The course content incorporates legal skills, including legal research and analysis, drafting and writing that will be useful for legal practice. In order to become a qualified solicitor, you will also need to complete the SQE Stage 2 assessments; a minimum of two years of qualifying work experience; and meet the Character and Suitability Rules, as required by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority.
On the LLM Law and Practice course, you will study functioning legal knowledge of core practice areas of Business Law and Practice; Dispute Resolution; The Legal System and Sources of Law and Legal Services; Property Practice; Wills and the Administration of Estates & Solicitors Accounts and Criminal Litigation.
You will also have the opportunity to undertake an independent research project in an area of law of your choice, linked to your preferred practice area, and obtain an LLM by submitting a dissertation.
What's unique about this course? - The LLM Law and Practice is an advanced legal studies course that is structured to prepare you to undertake the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examination (‘SQE’).
- On the LLM Law and Practice course, you will study functioning legal knowledge of core practice areas of Business Law and Practice.
LLM
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An LLB (Hons) Degree with at least a 2:2 classification or a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), Common Professional Examination (CPE), LLM CPE or LLM Law Conversion. Applicants with a lower Degree classification or with equivalent qualifications may be considered on an individual basis. Non-native speakers are required to hold IELTS with an overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each element or equivalent. |
| Location | City Campus Wulfruna Street Wolverhampton WV1 1SB |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An LLB (Hons) Degree with at least a 2:2 classification or a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), Common Professional Examination (CPE), LLM CPE or LLM Law Conversion. Applicants with a lower Degree classification or with equivalent qualifications may be considered on an individual basis. Non-native speakers are required to hold IELTS with an overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each element or equivalent. |
| Location | City Campus Wulfruna Street Wolverhampton WV1 1SB |
Whether you are looking to retrain, increase your employability, enrich your CPD or progress to the next step in your career, a postgraduate qualification with the University of Wolverhampton can help you to lead the pack!
Why study at the University of Wolverhampton:
- World-leading research (REF 2021)
- Commended by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)
- State of the art facilities including new Built Environment campus ‘Springfield’
- Outstanding student support
- Flexible learning – part-time/full-time and 100% online courses
- Dedicated international team
- Variety of industry and employer links
- University of Wolverhampton has been awarded four stars in the latest QS Stars …
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