Master in Solicitors Practice Course

Tuition fees are 24,700 GBP per year. Applications are due 31 Jul · 31 Mar.

About the Course

Cardiff University offers the Solicitors Practice Course (LLM). This master's degree takes 1 year to complete. It prepares students for Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) assessments. Students build a strong foundation for a career as a solicitor. The course covers legal subjects and develops critical thinking. It helps students apply knowledge to client problems. This provides in-depth preparation for SQE1.

What You Will Study

The programme helps students qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. It covers functioning legal knowledge (SQE1) and legal skills (SQE2). Students explore legal subjects and develop critical reasoning. They learn to write for engagement and reflect on experience. The course aims to develop intellectual expertise and practical skills. It equips students for qualifying work experience. It encourages competence, confidence, and professionalism.

Entry Requirements

Applicants need a 2:2 honours UK Law degree. Alternatively, a 2:2 honours UK degree in any subject is accepted. This must be combined with a relevant law conversion course. The degree or conversion course must cover England and Wales law. Applicants also need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. This includes 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in other sub-skills. A personal statement is required.

Costs and Dates

The yearly tuition fee is 24,700 GBP. This programme is taught in English. Applications are made through university partners. Further details on how to apply are available. Open days are held for prospective postgraduate students. Information on funding and careers support is also provided.

Cardiff University, established in 1883 and located in the capital of Wales, is a research-led institution with a global reputation for high-quality, innovative scholarship. Home to more than 33,000 students, including over 9,000 international students from more than 100 countries, the university offers a vibrant, multicultural campus within a dynamic city. Teaching is informed by cutting-edge research, ensuring students learn from academic leaders who are active in advancing knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.

The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties, with roughly 266 programs available that span the arts, sciences, engineering, business, and health disciplines. Cardiff emphasizes a student-centered approach, offering strong academic support, opportunities for study abroad, and industry partnerships that help students gain practical experience. Many undergraduates benefit from international exchanges and placements that enhance employability and global perspective.

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