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Postgraduate Law Programmes
Written by Ben Taylor
There are a range of different postgraduate degrees and other qualification pathways for aspiring solicitors, barristers, chartered legal executives and other legal professionals.
Options include full Law Masters degrees such as the Master of Laws (LLM), Law conversion courses such as the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), and professional training qualifications such as the Solicitors Qualifying Exam, Legal Practice Course (LPC), Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and CILEx Fast-Track Diploma.
You can use the clear and simple guides below to learn more about these qualifications (and the differences between them). You can also find out how to cover the cost of your degree in our Masters funding guide.
The Master of Laws (LLM) Degree – A Guide
What is an LLM? Will a Masters in Law help you pursue a career in law as a solicitor? Choose the right postgraduate legal course with our detailed guide.
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Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) – A Guide
The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is part of a new route to become a solicitor. This page will explain what you need to know about the SQE, with information on assessments, costs, qualifying work experience and preparation courses.
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The CILEx Graduate Fast-Track Diploma – A Guide
What is the CILEx (Level 6) Graduate Fast-Track Diploma? How does it differ from other legal qualifications? Our guide will help you pick the right postgraduate course.
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The Legal Practice Course (LPC) – A Guide
The Legal Practice Course (LPC) prepares students for professional practice in the law. Our overview explains how much these courses cost, what they involve and how to apply for one.
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Ben Taylor
Ben worked in the FindAMasters content team from 2017 to 2022, starting as an Assistant Content Writer and leaving as Student Content Manager. He focused on producing well-researched advice across a range of topics related to postgraduate study. Ben has a Bachelors degree in English Literature from the University of Sheffield and a Masters from the University of Amsterdam. Having also spent a semester at the University of Helsinki through the Erasmus programme, he’s no stranger to study abroad (or cold weather!).
Last updated: 09 March 2021
