MA Law (SQE1)

Course information
This conversion course is designed for non-law graduates who want to gain a legal qualification at master’s level and progress on to qualify as a solicitor. This programme includes our SQE 1 Preparation Course, which will prepare you for the SQE1 assessments. Successful completion of the MA Law (SQE1) qualifies you to progress on to study the LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) to become a solicitor.
Find out more about this course.
Please refer to The University of Law website for information about course fees. Please note: The SQE assessment fee is not included in this course fee.
Apply through LawCAB for a full-time course using the GDL/law conversion course application form.
Apply directly to The University of Law for part-time and online options.
University of Law Application and Enrolment information
Eligibility requirements
UK Bachelors 2:2 (or equivalent)
Graduate Visa eligibility
Yes
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Qualification Level
Level 7
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How to apply
Create a GDL application form from your dashboard.
Select The University of Law 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.
2026/27 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2026)
UK London: £19,400 / Outside London: £16,350
International London: £20,550 (or £19,550 including a £1,000 International Bursary*) / Outside London: £17,400 (or £16,400 including a £1,000 International Bursary*)
*Terms & conditions apply