Nottingham Law School welcomes first cohort on new law pathway degree in preparation for SQE

Nottingham Law School has introduced a final year Applied Legal Knowledge pathway to its LLB (Hons) Law degree to prepare graduates for the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (part one) when it is implemented.

Nottingham Law School has revalidated its LLB degree in preparation for SQE

Undergraduate students who are intending to qualify as either a solicitor or a barrister will study the practical application of law through a series of modules which cover the SQE curriculum.

Modules include Commercial and Corporate Law; Criminal Law and Practice; Dispute Resolution in Contract or Tort; Professional Conduct and Legal Systems; Property Law and Practice; Wills and Trusts; and Employer Challenge.

Dean of Nottingham Law School, Professor Janine Griffiths-Baker, said: “As one of the largest and most innovative law schools in the UK, we are well-placed to respond to changes in legal education. This new pathway for our qualifying law degree will enhance our existing high-quality provision.”

Nottingham Law School is also introducing a new range of postgraduate courses to create flexible routes to support preparation for SQE. For further information visit the NLS website or call +44 (0)115 941 8418

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