SQE Hub Video Archives - Legal Cheek https://www.legalcheek.com/tag/sqe-hub-video/ Legal news, insider insight and careers advice Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:51:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.legalcheek.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/cropped-legal-cheek-logo-up-and-down-32x32.jpeg SQE Hub Video Archives - Legal Cheek https://www.legalcheek.com/tag/sqe-hub-video/ 32 32 Watch now: How well can you tackle SQE MCQs?  https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-how-well-can-you-tackle-sqe-mcqs/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:51:04 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=221630 BPP’s head of outreach Jonny Hurst takes you through them

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BPP’s head of outreach Jonny Hurst guides you through them

The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) has remained a significant challenge for aspiring solicitors, with its assessment formats differing markedly from those most law students were used to.

At a recent virtual student workshop held in partnership with BPP University Law School, head of outreach Jonny Hurst offered an in-depth look at the ‘single best answer’ multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that candidates must master to pass the first stage of the SQE.

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Hurst, a former City law firm partner, guided a virtual audience of aspiring lawyers on how to approach and prepare for MCQs, while also giving them an opportunity to put their own knowledge to the test with a series of mock questions.

Find out more about studying the SQE at BPP University Law School

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Watch now: SQE2 taster workshop https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-sqe2-taster-workshop/ Tue, 27 May 2025 08:01:59 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=220351 BPP module leader Julie Manson joins Jonny Hurst, head of outreach, share insights into the key legal skills assessed in SQE2 and how to develop them

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BPP module leader Julie Manson joins Jonny Hurst, head of outreach, share insights into the key legal skills assessed in SQE2 and how to develop them

After overcoming the demanding assessments of SQE1, aspiring solicitors must turn their attention to the next crucial hurdle: SQE2. This stage shifts the focus from legal knowledge to the practical skills essential for effective legal practice — testing candidates on their ability to apply that knowledge in real-world scenarios.

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At a recent workshop hosted by Julie Manson, module leader at BPP University Law School, and Jonny Hurst, head of outreach, attendees gained valuable insights into the key legal skills assessed during SQE2, how to develop those skills, and what SQE2 preparation really involves. The session also offered a chance to put theory into practice by testing one of the core SQE2 skills live.

Catch the full workshop above, or click here to watch it on YouTube.

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]]> Thinking about SQE1? Watch this taster workshop on demand https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/thinking-about-sqe1-watch-this-taster-workshop-on-demand/ Fri, 02 May 2025 11:35:51 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=218080 Hilary Chadwick, BPP’s Head of Law and a qualified solicitor, guides you through it

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Hilary Chadwick, BPP’s Head of Law and a qualified solicitor, guides you through it

Now in its fourth year, the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) regime continues to present a daunting challenge for aspiring solicitors. Even with multiple cohorts having completed both SQE1 and SQE2, the assessments remain rigorous and demanding.

With this in mind, a recent workshop led by Hilary Chadwick, BPP’s Head of Law and a qualified solicitor, offered valuable insights into the benefits of live teaching when preparing for SQE1. The session began with a brief introduction to a new area of law, followed by practice multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and an interactive analysis of the answers — giving attendees a realistic glimpse into the SQE1 learning experience.

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Catch the full workshop above, or click here to watch it on YouTube

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

Find out more about studying the SQE at BPP University Law School

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]]> Watch now: All your SQE questions answered https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-all-your-sqe-questions-answered/ https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-all-your-sqe-questions-answered/#respond Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:14:05 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=215957 BPP award leader Caroline Rayson joins successful SQE candidates to discuss common concerns

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BPP award leader Caroline Rayson joins successful SQE candidates to discuss common concerns

The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) remains a major hurdle for aspiring solicitors, and with a variety of course providers and preparation methods available, it can be difficult to know where to start. From study techniques to exam strategy, candidates often have pressing questions about the process — and who better to answer them than those currently navigating the SQE themselves?

With that in mind, during a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (full video above), BPP brought together a panel of current SQE students to provide insight into the exams and share their experiences of preparing for them.

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The discussion was led by BPP’s SQE1 award leader, Caroline Rayson, who was joined by current SQE students Grace Burney, Samantha Howlett and Farooq Ahmed. Together, they tackled common concerns about preparing for and sitting the SQE exams, how to choose the right course provider, and the biggest challenges candidates face — offering practical advice on how to overcome them.

Find out more about studying the SQE at BPP University Law School

The event also included a virtual networking session, where attendees had the chance to ask follow-up questions and gain further insight from the speakers.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

 

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]]> https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-all-your-sqe-questions-answered/feed/ 0 Watch now: Why is the SQE so hard to pass? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-why-is-the-sqe-so-hard-to-pass/ Wed, 18 Dec 2024 07:49:43 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=213061 BPP award leader Allison Banks joins successful SQE candidates to discuss the challenges

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BPP award leader Allison Banks joins successful SQE candidates to discuss the challenges

The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) continues to present a formidable challenge to aspiring solicitors, with over half of candidates who sat SQE1 in July 2024 failing to pass both papers. These statistics place even greater pressure on students to beat the odds, and increase uncertainty around the most effective preparation techniques.

With that in mind, during a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (full video above) BPP took a deep dive into why, overall, so many candidates are underperforming, and how to avoid these pitfalls.

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The discussion was led by BPP’s award leader, senior lecturer and fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Allison Banks, who was be joined by a panel of successful SQE candidates from BPP, including Brian Okwaisie, Charlotte Isted, Chloe Hayes and Jacqueline Andra Bot. Together, they examined the format and content of the assessments, common pitfalls in the preparation process and the most effective study techniques. The speakers also shared their experiences of sitting the exams, and offered advice to those considering this route to qualification as a solicitor.

Find out more about studying the SQE at BPP University Law School

Additionally, the event closed with a virtual networking session with the BPP University Law School team, who answered attendees’ follow-up questions and provided further careers advice.

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]]> Full video: How to get Qualifying Work Experience https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-how-to-get-qualifying-work-experience/ https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-how-to-get-qualifying-work-experience/#respond Tue, 13 Aug 2024 12:36:06 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=207361 BPP’s Head of Outreach joins law students and trainees to discuss all-things QWE

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BPP’s Head of Outreach joins law students and trainees to discuss all-things QWE

Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) is a key component of the new SQE regime, providing students with significantly more flexibility in how they qualify as a solicitor.

With that in mind, during a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (full video above), a panel session led by Jonny Hurst, BPP’s Head of Outreach and former City law firm partner, delved into all aspects of QWE.

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The informative discussion covered a range of topics, including building a QWE portfolio at multiple employers, graduate solicitor apprenticeships, and getting sponsored for a two-year QWE training contract at a single employer.

Hurst was joined by current and former BPP students Kelechi Angel Nwichi-Holdsworth (graduate solicitor apprentice at The Limehouse Project), Chloe Hayes (undertaking QWE in BPP’s Social Impact Team) and Henry Davine (trainee solicitor at Accutrainee). Together they shared their experiences of gaining QWE and offered advice to students on how to qualify using the QWE pathways.

Find out more about studying the SQE at BPP University Law School

Additionally, the event closed with a virtual networking session with the BPP University Law School team, who answered attendees’ follow-up questions and provided further careers advice.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-how-to-get-qualifying-work-experience/feed/ 0 Watch now: everything you need to know about SQE courses https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/watch-now-everything-you-need-to-know-about-sqe-courses/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:49:39 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=206097 BPP’s Head of Outreach joins future trainees to discuss the key considerations when selecting a prep course

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BPP’s Head of Outreach joins future trainees to discuss the key considerations when selecting a prep course

With so many options available, choosing the right Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) course can feel overwhelming for aspiring lawyers.

During a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (full video embedded above), Jonny Hurst, BPP’s Head of Outreach and former partner at a City law firm, teamed up with SQE1 Award Leader Julie Harris to discuss key factors to consider when making this crucial decision, including costs, pass rates, reputation and content.

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They were joined by future trainees from two City firms and a current trainee from BPP’s Social Impact Team, who shared their experiences of preparing for the exams and offered advice to those considering this route to qualification as solicitors.

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]]> Full video: A deep dive into SQE1  https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-a-deep-dive-into-sqe1/ Wed, 08 May 2024 13:22:04 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=204748 BPP’s Head of Outreach joins SQE Award Leaders and future trainees to discuss part one of the solicitors’ assessment

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BPP’s Head of Outreach joins SQE Award Leaders and future trainees to discuss part one of the solicitors’ assessment

The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is now just over three years old, and multiple cohorts have already completed both the SQE1 and SQE2 assessments.

During a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (full video above), a panel session led by BPP’s Head of Outreach and former City law firm partner Jonny Hurst, along with SQE Award Leaders Allison Banks (responsible for City Consortium Plus Programme and Essentials for Practice) and Ayesha Anandappa (overseeing LPC Firm Specific and Essentials for Practice), delved into all aspects of SQE1.

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The informative discussion covered a range of topics, including the format, booking process, content, and assessments for SQE1. Additionally, it featured an interactive analysis of sample questions aimed at helping aspiring lawyers understand what to expect.

The panel also included current SQE students from BPP who have recently passed SQE1, such as Mikaela Hristova, a future trainee at Stephenson Harwood, and Christian Stocker, a future trainee at Walker Morris. Together, they shared insights into their course experiences and offered advice to those considering the SQE route.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: A deep dive into SQE2 https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-a-deep-dive-into-sqe2/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:08:39 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=204389 BPP’s Head of Outreach joins future trainees for an in-depth look at part two of the centralised assessment

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BPP’s Head of Outreach joins future trainees for an in-depth look at part two of the centralised assessment

Now well into its third year, the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) has seen multiple cohorts complete both SQE1 and SQE2 exams. Yet, for aspiring solicitors, these assessments continue to present a daunting prospect.

During a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (full video embedded above), Jonny Hurst, BPP’s Head of Outreach and former partner at a City law firm, teamed up with Laura Bains, BPP’s SQE2 Award Leader, to delve into part two of the centralised assessment.

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They were joined by students who are going through the process themselves, including Madelaine Moss, current SQE student and future trainee at Addleshaw Goddard, Jasmine Sayany, future trainee at Watson Farley & Williams, and Daria Slavnova, who is currently studying the SQE LLM with BPP.

The panel shared their experiences, insights gained, and lessons learned, while also offering a comprehensive overview of SQE2 content, format, booking process, and pass rates. Additionally, the event featured an interactive analysis of a sample SQE2 question and a discussion on strategies for maximising success in these challenging assessments.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: The SQE assessments – a deep dive https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-the-sqe-assessments-a-deep-dive/ Thu, 21 Dec 2023 07:44:40 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=199286 SQE trainee and BPP’s Head of Outreach reflect on lessons so far

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SQE trainee and BPP’s Head of Outreach reflect on lessons so far

The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) has been in force for just over two years now, with multiple cohorts having sat the SQE1 and SQE2 exams.

At a recent Legal Cheek virtual event (above), we were joined by Jack Sullivan, a trainee solicitor at Cooper & Co who recently completed the SQE2 exams and Jonny Hurst, BPP’s Head of Outreach and former City law firm partner. They came together to discuss lessons learnt from the completed SQE sittings so far, the booking process, pass marks and pass rates, among other SQE-related musings.

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The event started off with short introductions from Hurst and Sullivan, as well as a brief overview of the basics of the SQE. Following on from that, Sullivan offered his advice for those undertaking the SQE from a non-law background and whether an SQE prep course or self-study was the way to go. Other topics covered included how to manage the competitive booking process, what the exam experience is like and SQE results.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which SQE experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: How to choose an SQE preparation course https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-how-to-choose-an-sqe-preparation-course/ Fri, 14 Jul 2023 14:05:36 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=188843 BPP tutors and students discuss the different factors to bear in mind

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The Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) brings a great amount of flexibility to the solicitor qualification system in the UK. Unlike its predecessor, the Legal Practice Course, the centralised SQE route allows students to tailor their preparation according to their individual circumstances. As such, there are a number of preparation course options available to choose from.

In the video (above) of our recent virtual student event, SQE tutors and students from BPP University Law School came together to discuss the different factors students must keep in mind while picking their prep course. The speakers also provided tools to identify a course provider that fits best with a candidate’s strengths and aspirations.

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The event featured:

• Amelia Griggs, future trainee solicitor at Greenberg Traurig and current LLM student at BPP having passed SQE1 and recently sat SQE2
• Callum Martin, Macfarlanes BPP scholarship recipient on the LLM SQE1 and 2
• Jonny Hurst, BPP’s head of outreach and former City law firm partner
• Laura Bains, programme lead at BPP and former practitioner

Find out more about studying for the SQE at BPP University Law School

Over the hour-long discussion, the speakers broke down various factors relevant to choosing a prep course such as costs, mode of teaching, availability of a dedicated tutor outside classes, preferences of law firms, employability support and the provider’s reputation. Since many law firms require their future trainees to complete additional preparation beyond the SQE, as revealed in a recent Legal Cheek report, the speakers also directed students to consider whether any post-SQE prep would be offered by a provider.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: QWE: the truth, the myths and the plan https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-qwe-the-truth-the-myths-and-the-plan/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:27:42 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=187698 Experts from BPP, TLT and Accutrainee come together to shed light on Qualifying Work Experience

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Aspiring lawyers looking to qualify through the SQE can choose to complete their mandatory two-year ‘on the job training’ at up to four different employers.

In the video (above) of our recent virtual student event, representatives from BPP University Law School, law firm TLT and flexible training contract provider Accutrainee discuss what qualifies as Qualifying Work Experience (QWE), and how students can leverage the flexibility of the SQE to their advantage.

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The event featured:

• Shazia Bashir, partner in the housing and regeneration team and trainee principal at TLT
• Andrea Gallo, HR manager at Accutrainee
• Jonny Hurst, BPP’s head of outreach and former City law firm partner
• Emma Blackstone, joint head of pro bono at BPP and former solicitor

Find out more about studying for the SQE at BPP University Law School

The speakers started off by discussing which roles in organisations like law firms, charities and legal clinics would qualify as QWE. They highlighted that while work experience is assessed on a ‘case by case’ basis, the key elements to look out for include: the role having real-life provision of legal services, advice or assistance, as well as it meeting at least two SRA competencies. The panel then touched on other questions from students such as the time commitments required during the two-year work experience, differences between a traditional training contract and the QWE, as well as the recording and signing off process.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: The SQE assessments: how challenging are they? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-the-sqe-assessments-how-challenging-are-they/ Tue, 02 May 2023 09:53:43 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=186428 BPP University Law School experts join a current SQE student to discuss the skills required to succeed

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With the Solicitors Qualifying Exam’s (SQE) assessments differing from that of its predecessor, the Legal Practice Cours (LPC), it is important that students understand what this means for them when embarking on their legal careers.

In the video (above) from our recent virtual event, former solicitors and legal education experts, alongside a current SQE student and future trainee, from BPP University Law School discussed how the SQE is assessed, the key skills needed to succeed, as well as analysing SQE sample questions.

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The event featured:

• Jonny Hurst, BPP’s Head of Outreach and former City law firm partner
• Caroline Rayson, SQE 1 Award Lead at BPP and former solicitor at Ashurst and Osborne Clarke
• Kathleen O’Reilly, Head of Law at BPP Bristol and former solicitor
• Callum Martin, Macfarlanes BPP Scholarship recipient on the LLM SQE1 and 2
• Laura Bains, Programme Lead at BPP and former practitioner

Find out more about studying for the SQE at BPP University Law School

The speakers first discussed the SQE pathway to qualifying as a solicitor, explaining the different stages to attendees. They then ran through the assessments for SQE 1 and 2, discussing what skills are assessed, the format of the assessments, as well as the fees. They also ran attendees through a number of sample SQE1 multiple-choice-questions and discussed the challenges with SQE 2 assessments.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: SQE v LPC: which route is best for me? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-sqe-v-lpc-which-route-is-best-for-me/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:04:08 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=185209 BPP University careers experts weigh up the options available to future solicitors

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In the years until the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) replaces the Legal Practice Course (LPC) both routes are on offer meaning that many aspiring lawyers are eligible to pick which best suits them.

In the video (below) from our recent virtual event, two former solicitors and legal education experts from BPP University Law School discussed the differences between the two routes, and the factors students should consider when making their decision.

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The event featured:

• Jonny Hurst, BPP’s Head of Outreach and former City law firm partner
• Kathleen O’Reilly, Head of Law at BPP Bristol and former solicitor

Hurst and O’Reilly started off by discussing the structure and syllabus of the SQE and how it compares against the traditional LPC route. Through a case study segment, the speakers then walked students through the considerations they might want to take into account, such as university grades and degree background. They also answered some burning questions related to considerations including funding, work experience and conversion courses.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> Full video: LPC or SQE — which is best for me? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-lpc-or-sqe-which-is-best-for-me/ Mon, 19 Dec 2022 10:36:16 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=182584 BPP careers experts break down the considerations to guide students’ decisions

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Many aspiring lawyers are still questioning whether to opt for the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) or the outgoing Legal Practice Course (LPC).

Both courses are on offer for the next few years, as the LPC is gradually phased out.

In the video (below) of our recent event, two legal education and careers experts at BPP University Law School break down the considerations to guide students’ decisions, and help them realise which route is best suited for their legal career.

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The event featured:

• Jonny Hurst, former City law firm partner and Head of Outreach at BPP
• Hilary Chadwick, former solicitor and Head of Law for BPP Waterloo

Hurst and Chadwick first shared an overview of the LPC and SQE pathways, before weighing up the factors students should consider. These include cost and funding options, law firms’ preferences, data on training providers and reputation of the pathway. They then discussed case studies involving graduates unsure about which path to take and advised them on what to do.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event together with further FAQs arising from each session which experts from BPP are answering.

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]]> When will most law firms embrace the SQE? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/when-will-most-law-firms-embrace-the-sqe-with-bpp-university-law-school/ Thu, 05 May 2022 10:09:29 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=175113 Legal Cheek Careers catches up with BPP University Law School’s head of outreach and student recruitment, Jonny Hurst, to hear the inside scoop on the timeline of different firms’ SQE transition

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]]> Legal Cheek Careers catches up with BPP University Law School’s head of outreach and student recruitment, Jonny Hurst, to hear the inside scoop on the timeline of different firms’ SQE transition

Speaking from his university’s experience of helping law firms navigate from the Legal Practice Course (LPC) to the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), BPP Law School‘s head of outreach and student recruitment, Jonny Hurst, explains we are “very much in a state of transition”, when Legal Cheek Careers catches up with him over Zoom.

He outlines that whilst some firms have already committed to starting the SQE pathway in the next couple of years, with a small minority of leading firms due to put their first trainees through the process later this year, what this will look like in practice will vary significantly from firm to firm.

For example, some firms are taking up the graduate apprenticeship model, teaching a block of learning before starting in the office, whilst others are giving their trainees time out of their working week to study. This marks a step away from the LPC, which was, in the majority of cases more of a one-size-fits-all model with all exams completed before day one in the office, Hurst explained.

Discussing the reticence of some firms to commit to the SQE pathway, Hurst explained that a key factor in this is that the old system was “tried and tested” and therefore in wanting to get the transition right, some firms are waiting for the SQE to bed down.

Given this, Hurst expects that, at some firms, initially there might be some mixed cohorts of LPC and SQE trainees as part of a transitional phase. Although, from the conversations BPP has had, most firms would prefer for students in particular cohorts to have been through the same academic training programmes as it is preferable to plan their development from the same starting point.

Ultimately, this means that whilst we will see a small number of firms move over to the SQE route from this September (2022), it will be at least another year or two before there are significantly more trainees having graduated via the SQE pathway than the LPC.

Legal Cheek is running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event.

Find out more about studying the LPC and SQE at BPP University Law School

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]]> Full video: How to use new SQE pathways to qualify as a solicitor https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-how-to-use-new-sqe-pathways-to-qualify-as-a-solicitor/ Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:20:55 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=174890 BPP University Law School experts discuss the routes to qualification available under the new regime

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]]> BPP University Law School experts discuss the routes to qualification available under the new regime

Here is the full video for the fourth in the series of Legal Cheek’s SQE events with BPP University Law School.

The recent virtual event featured:

• Jonny Hurst, head of outreach and student recruitment at BPP University Law School and former City law firm partner
• Caroline Rayson, head of SQE programmes at BPP University Law School and former solicitor at Ashurstand Osborne Clarke
• Bruce Humphrey, head of legal apprenticeships at BPP University Law School and former solicitor at DLA Piper
• The event was chaired by Legal Cheek features editor, Aishah Hussain

The speakers explored six routes to qualification available under the new regime. They answered key questions including: the next steps for LPC graduates without training contracts, expectations for aspiring solicitors once they have completed SQE1, SQE2 and qualifying work experience (QWE), and the graduate and solicitor apprenticeships that are available under the SQE. Also explained was who is most suited to certain routes and the advantages and disadvantages of these.

Legal Cheek will be running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event.

Find out more about studying the LPC and SQE at BPP University Law School

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]]> Full video: The non-law dilemma https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-the-non-law-dilemma/ Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:40:04 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=173629 Experts from BPP University Law School, Bird & Bird and Dentons discuss what the SQE means for non-law graduates

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]]> Experts from BPP University Law School, Bird & Bird and Dentons discuss what the SQE means for non-law graduates

Here is the full video for the fourth in the series of Legal Cheek’s SQE events with BPP University Law School.

The recent virtual event featured:

• Rachel Boyle, early careers officer at Bird & Bird
• Rosie Buckley, early careers recruitment lead at Dentons
• Jonny Hurst, BPP’s head of outreach and former City law firm partner
• The event was chaired by Legal Cheek events coordinator, Jemina Kauppinen

The speakers addressed common concerns expressed by students from non-law backgrounds, including: the proportion of non-law QWE trainees recruited in law firms, the expectations of non-law trainees, and if supervisors and partners can tell who didn’t complete a law degree. Also up for discussion was whether or not non-law graduates are better suited to some roles rather than others on qualification.

Legal Cheek will be running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event.

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]]> Full video: Funding the SQE https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-funding-the-sqe/ Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:04:05 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=172932 BPP Law School experts join current students and future trainees to discuss the different funding options on offer

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]]> BPP Law School experts join current students and future trainees to discuss the different funding options on offer

Here is the full video for the third in the series of Legal Cheek’s SQE events with BPP University Law School.

The recent virtual event featured:

• Jonny Hurst, former City law firm partner and Head of Outreach at BPP
• Caroline Rayson, Head of SQE Programmes at BPP and former solicitor at Ashurst and Osborne Clarke
• Laura Birks, solicitor apprentice at Kennedys
• William Preston, solicitor apprentice at Eversheds Sutherland
• Jennifer Turner, LPC student at BPP and future trainee solicitor at JMW Solicitors
• Shaina Haria, LPC/LLM student at BPP
• The event was chaired by Legal Cheek senior events coordinator Sophie Yantian

The speakers explored the various funding options available for students embarking on the SQE and weighed up the pros and cons of each. Also up for discussion were how the introduction of qualifying work experience (QWE) offers the opportunity to ‘earn whilst you learn’ and uncovering the hidden costs under the new regime.

Resources mentioned:

• Private borrowing (from a bank/reputable lender)
• Master’s government funding
• Scholarships from universities
• The Law Society Diversity Access Scheme
• The AS Foundation
• SQE fees funding from Kaplan

Legal Cheek will be running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event.

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]]> Full video: What does qualifying work experience mean for students hoping to secure training contracts under the new SQE regime? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-what-does-qualifying-work-experience-mean-for-students-hoping-to-secure-training-contracts-under-the-new-sqe-regime/ Thu, 06 Jan 2022 14:32:25 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=171119 Experts from BPP University Law School, Dentons, Foot Anstey and Knights plc discuss the varying approaches to QWE

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]]> Experts from BPP University Law School, Dentons, Foot Anstey and Knights plc discuss the varying approaches to QWE

Here is the full video for the second in the series of Legal Cheek’s SQE events with BPP University Law School.

The recent virtual event featured:

• Nicholas Cole, head of resourcing at Dentons
• Susie Halliday, executive director of learning and development at Foot Anstey
• Samantha Cotter, HR projects manager at Knights plc
• Lucy Wildig, director of the pro bono centre at BPP University Law School
• Liz Ritter, former solicitor at Clifford Chance and head of business development at BPP
• The event was chaired by Legal Cheek editor, Tom Connelly

The speakers explored the varying approaches to qualifying work experience (QWE) as firms move towards the SQE and how students can start using QWE to help them become solicitors. Also up for discussion were the skills law firms value in future lawyers and the qualities that firms expect students to be developing before they join.

Legal Cheek will be running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event.

Find out more about studying the LPC and SQE at BPP University Law School

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]]> Full video: Should I do the LPC or SQE? https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/full-video-should-i-do-the-lpc-or-sqe/ Tue, 07 Dec 2021 16:40:43 +0000 https://www.legalcheek.com/?post_type=lc-careers-posts&p=170413 Experts from BPP University Law School, Kennedys, Shakespeare Martineau and TLT debate the key question on students’ minds

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]]> Experts from BPP University Law School, Kennedys, Shakespeare Martineau and TLT debate the key question on students’ minds

Here is the full video for the first in the series of Legal Cheek’s SQE events with BPP University Law School.

The recent virtual event featured:

• Luke Evans, Early Careers HR Advisor at Kennedys
• Samantha Bracey, Future Talent Advisor at TLT
• Hannah Wright, HR Early Ambitions Advisor at Shakespeare Martineau
• Liz Ritter, former solicitor at Clifford Chance and Head of Business Development at BPP
• Jonny Hurst, former City law firm partner and Head of Outreach at BPP
• The event was chaired by Legal Cheek senior events coordinator Sophie Yantian

The speakers explain the varying approaches of law firms towards the SQE, share advice to those deciding whether to complete the LPC or SQE, as well as consider the skills law firms value in future lawyers and how students can develop these through the different study options.

Find out more about studying the LPC and SQE at BPP University Law School

Legal Cheek will be running ‘The SQE series’ with BPP University Law School over the next few months. The video of each session will be made available one month after each virtual event.

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