LLM Law Conversion and SQE 1 Preparation Course
Course information
At Nottingham Law School, we are here to support you every step of the way as you prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). Our LLM Law Conversion and SQE 1 Preparation Course is designed for non-law graduates and incorporates a Postgraduate Diploma in Law (PGDL) with SQE 1 preparation, giving you the essential legal foundation, knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in the SQE 1 assessment, while also gaining an internationally recognised Master’s degree.
The course develops key knowledge and skills for legal practice, with content and assessments closely aligned to the SRA’s SQE assessment specification. You will have access to extensive learning resources, including online manuals, hundreds of SQE-style multiple-choice questions, structured revision materials and regular mock assessments to support focused revision and exam technique.
You will learn to think and act like a solicitor through CV-enhancing activities such as negotiation workshops, complemented by networking opportunities and guest lectures, helping you build confidence for legal practice.
The option of full-time or part-time study modes gives you the flexibility to work alongside your studies. This course provides an opportunity to obtain an internationally recognised master’s qualification that is eligible for the UK Government postgraduate loan.
Find out more about this course here
Apply for a full-time or part-time course through LawCAB using the SQE application form.
Course length
18 months - full-time
36 months (3 years)- part-time
Eligibility requirements
2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent level from another study course approved by NTU)
Graduate Visa eligibility
(check with Nottingham Law School)
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Qualification Level
Level 7
Find out here what the different qualification levels mean.
How to apply
Create a SQE application form from your dashboard.
Select Nottingham Law School from the list of institutions in the course choice section of your form and then select the course, location and start date you want to apply for.
Full details of the application process are available here.
Email Admissions at Nottingham Law School
2026/2027
UK
Full-time (18 months)
Year 1 - £10,650
Year 2 - £3,400
Part-time (36 months)
Year 1 - £5,325
Year 2 - £5,325
Year 3 - £3,400
The SRA SQE 1 assessment fee is not included in the course fee.
Please note that if you are considering a course that runs over more than one year, the tuition fee stated is for the first year of study. The course fee for the second year may be subject to annual review.
International
Full-time (18 months)
Year 1 - £10,650
Year 2 - £3,400
Part-time (36 months)
Year 1 - £5,325
Year 2 - £5,325
Year 3 - £3,400
The SRA SQE 1 assessment fee is not included in the course fee.
Please note that if you are considering a course that runs over more than one year, the tuition fee stated is for the first year of study. The course fee for the second year may be subject to annual review.
Please refer to Nottingham Law School website for information about course fees.
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