LLM Solicitors Practice
Course overview
This LLM Solicitors' Practice at the University of Hertfordshire is a vocational master’s programme designed to help graduates prepare for professional legal practice and guide them towards the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). The course spans 1 year for full-time and 2 years for part-time students, and during this period, students will gain both the legal knowledge and core skills required to work as a solicitor.
During the LLM Solicitors' Practice in the University of Hertfordshire, students are taught through detailed academic modules and practical sessions, to prepare them for SQE1and SQE2 assessments. Thanks to the ties the school has with major firms such as Slaughter and May, Clifford Chance, and Freshfields, students have the opportunity to build careers after the programme.
Entry requirements
To qualify for the LLM Solicitors' Practice at the University of Hertfordshire, students must meet specific grade and English language requirements. Students should submit academic or professional references, along with their CVs. Applicants must provide a personal statement describing their motivation for pursuing the LLM and their career aspirations. They are also required to submit two referees (academic or professional).
Grade Requirements:
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To apply, candidates need a qualifying law degree (such as an LLB from a recognised institution) with at least a 2:1, or a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
English Language Requirements:
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Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must score an IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Career opportunities
This LLM Solicitors' Practice from the University of Hertfordshire is designed for those planning to qualify and work as solicitors in England and Wales. Graduates will be prepared to:
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Gain Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) through placements or pro-bono work (for example, via the University’s Law Clinic)
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Work as paralegals, legal assistants, or junior solicitors at law firms
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Join legal departments in industry or commercial organisations
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the LLM Solicitors’ Practice at the University of Hertfordshire for international students is £15,120. The fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
Secure your place in this competitive programme by applying directly to the university through the online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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