Aberdeen Law School opens online SQE Preparation course

The University of Aberdeen has become the first in Scotland to offer an online preparation course for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination ("SQE") in England & Wales.

The SQE is a standardised assessment for those aiming to qualify as a solicitor south of the border. The course has opened for registration after the university's School of Law received accreditation from the Solicitors Regulation Authority as a registered provider.

Tailored for LLB graduates, the self-directed programme is designed to prepare students for the SQE1 exam. The package includes integrated e-modules, audiovisual instructions and over 1,000 practice questions and mini-exam simulations, as well as additional materials and guidance from the School of Law.

While enrolled in the preparation course, students will have both remote and on-campus access to the Taylor Law Library and the Sir Duncan Rice Library, and the University’s comprehensive legal resources and databases, as well as access to the university’s career services.

Programme director Professor Susan Stokeld commented: "These resources are carefully crafted to guide learners in translating theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, ensuring they are well-prepared for the SQE1."