SQE 2 Preparation Course (PGCert)

Nottingham Trent University
Postgraduate PgCert Full-time 3 Months LawPolicing

About this course

Passing the second Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE 2) is an essential step in your route to qualifying as a solicitor, and the postgraduate certificate in SQE 2 Preparation is designed to prepare you for this.

  • All our SQE preparation courses that are taught in person carry awards and all our SQE 1 or SQE 1 + SQE 2 courses are taught at Masters level.

  • This intense course will enhance the written and oral skills required to pass SQE 2 whilst also developing the professional skills that really matter to employers.

  • You will be taught by our outstanding teaching team, all of whom are experienced legal professionals who will provide you with excellent and personalised teaching in a dynamic and interactive teaching environment.

  • Our tutors will work with you to develop the five practical legal skills assessed in SQE 2.

  • You should choose the Postgraduate Certificate in SQE 2 Preparation Course if you want a course that only prepares you for SQE 2.

    Why study at Nottingham Law School?

  • All our staff are experienced lawyers and you will benefit from their practical knowledge. Also, you will benefit from our visiting lecturers.

  • We teach in as small groups as possible to encourage student participation.

  • Every student has a personal tutor. We get to know our students and support and encourage you in both your studies and in your employment applications at the start of your legal career.

  • We offer a multi-award-winning pro bono programme, including NLS Legal for the local community.

  • Our dedicated and experienced careers consultants provide guidance and support to help you secure a training contract or other legal employment. Applicants are invited to a careers event in June, so that you can benefit from working with our successful careers team.

  • The number of our graduates obtaining qualifying work experience or paralegal work is consistently high.

  • Studying with Nottingham Law School means that you have all the facilities a large Law School can offer plus the advantages of studying within a university environment which offers outstanding library, IT, support, sports, language and student union services.

  • NTU is 3rd for number of PGT students studying Law (Latest HESA data 2021/22)
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time weekend

    Duration: 6 Months

    Qualification: PgCert

    Location: Nottingham

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Months

    Qualification: PgCert

    Location: Nottingham

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1136 Human resource managers and directors
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    3520 Legal associate professionals
    2412 Solicitors and lawyers
    2419 Legal professionals
    4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Nottingham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Law, Policing