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Applications for 2025/26 are now open!

From 1 October 2024, any applications for courses starting in 2025 will require a new application form and new application fee.  To close a previous application to enable you to re-apply for 2025, please email applications@lawcabs.ac.uk

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GDL, SQE and LPC applications are eligible for a single application fee.  Contact us if you have paid an application fee between 1 Oct 2024 - 30 Sept 2025 for academic year 2025/26 and wish to submit a new application for a different course.

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Converting to law?

If you want to qualify in law, or have not yet decided which route you want to take, a law conversion course is a great entry point.

With a solid academic foundation in law, the path is open to continue your journey towards qualification in the legal profession, as a solicitor, barrister, CILEX lawyer or costs lawyer.

Learn about law conversion courses for aspiring legal professionals

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Planning to qualify as a solicitor through the SQE?

SQE is the flexible new route to qualification as a solicitor.

Find out everything you need to know about the SQE here

 

Learn more about the variety of SQE courses on offer for law graduates and non-law graduates

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QWE requirements

Find out more about gaining qualifying work experience to complete your qualification journey.

Do you need QWE?

LawQWE is a new platform which will connect you with employers in the legal market and help you to find the work experience you need to complete your qualification.

Register as a QWE trainee, by creating a profile and uploading your CV today

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What is the difference between the LPC and SQE?

 

Although some people still eligible for the LPC, from 1 September 2021 anyone starting out on their journey to qualifying as a solicitor has to follow the SQE route.

 

Learn more about the differences between the LPC and SQE

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How do I choose an SQE preparation course?

 

The SQE assessments are difficult to pass and you need to ensure that you are well prepared. There are a variety of courses coming to the market to help with this, ranging from full-time diploma and master’s courses to shorter SQE assessment preparation courses. 

Find out more about the sort of things you need to consider when choosing the right SQE course for you.