Setting up for SQE success

The SQE exams test a wide breadth of legal knowledge so the best way to succeed is to make sure you prepare as thoroughly as possible. Don’t worry, you don’t need to do it alone though. We’ve got a decade of experience helping candidates like you prepare for the QLTS (the predecessor to the SQE with similar content) and we’re here to help.

Your SQE preparation course could look something like this:

Like many students, you may have a mix of learning styles so the best way to study is to try all the different materials until you find which work best for you.

Regardless of your learning style, you should use our summary notes and practice questions to guide your preparation before trying the SQE1/SQE2 mock exams in the final weeks before the assessment.

The SQE assessment determines whether you have the level of knowledge of a newly qualified solicitor in England and Wales. Because of this, you’ll need to meet rigorous criteria to pass. As you’ll only have three attempts to pass each element of the SQE over six years, failure could mean a big delay to your career.

Both parts of the SQE assess core legal competencies, analytical skills and practical knowledge under significant time pressure. You need to not only know the law and its application but also understand exam techniques that are specific to the SQE exams.

Our courses are tailored specifically to the SQE, created by tutors who know the requirements inside out and understand what it takes to pass. We’ll help you arrive at your exam centre feeling confident and well-prepared.

Would you like to learn more about how we can customise your SQE1 preparation? Complete this short quiz to identify your learning style and receive your suggested SQE1 study guide. The study guide will provide you with a comprehensive roadmap, outlining the different components of our course, their usage, and guidance on how to personalise your preparation plan according to your professional background, learning style, and available time.

Everyone is different so the amount of time you’ll need to prepare will depend on your specific circumstances and knowledge.

Having said that, we’ve helped thousands of candidates get ready for the QLTS (the old exam for foreign lawyers on which the SQE is based) for over a decade, plus thousands more since the SQE came into force, so we know roughly how long the average student will need to prepare:

Our SQE courses are tailor-made to suit each candidate, offering flexibility not only in study requirements but also in time commitments. The courses are not strictly structured around a set number of weeks or days for attending lectures. This arrangement ensures that if you have a busy schedule, there’s no need to worry about missing a lesson.

There is no set enrolment date for our SQE courses, allowing you to start preparing anytime you want. You can study at times that are convenient for you, from a variety of locations – whether at home, in your office, in the UK, or elsewhere.