BARBRI Foundations in Law is an optional course designed to help you familiarise yourself with the legal system used in England and Wales to help you tackle the SQE with greater confidence. We teach you about legal thinking, the application of law, interpreting statute and case law, legal research, and presenting client advice. Foundations in Law can also be taken as a standalone course if you're not interested in qualifying as a solicitor.
The course covers 3 key areas:
BARBRI’s SQE1 Prep course will expand on the legal topics covered in Foundations in Law through additional lectures and exercises.
BARBRI Foundations in Law is designed as a self-study resource for anyone looking for an introduction to the study of law in England and Wales. There is no formal entry criteria and no exam at the end.
Aspiring solicitors with non-legal degrees wanting some foundational knowledge before embarking on the SQE.
Qualified lawyers from jurisdictions outside of England and Wales, looking for dual qualification as a solicitor and wanting an introduction to the common law system.
Former law students who would like a refresher and gain SQE-relevant knowledge before getting started on the SQE.
Professionals in legal and non-legal industries, from legal support staff to those in human resources, regulation and compliance, and related fields.
BARBRI's personal learning plan helped me to fit studying into my busy life. I never need worried about what to learn when. Every time I logged-on I was directed towards what I needed to do.
Short, interactive lectures break down each of the subjects and are easy to schedule around your time commitments. An online study guide, which you’ll find in your online bookshelf, provides you with overviews and a bit more detail on each subject. The chapters include examples, charts, and tips to help you learn the skills and rules of law.
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We use interactive exercises and pre-recorded workshops to help you consolidate knowledge and understanding of the learning materials. Lastly, self-review questions help to further your understanding, and includes an introduction to the specialised multiple-choice question format of the SQE1 exams.
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You also have full access to our wellness and mental health resources, and our careers and employability support. You’ll also get access to Westlaw so you can start developing your legal research skills. There is no endpoint exam, but upon completion, you will receive a digital Credly badge that you can add to your CV or LinkedIn.
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BARBRI's personal learning plan helped me to fit studying into my busy life. I never need worried about what to learn when. Every time I logged-on I was directed towards what I needed to do.
Not quite ready to take the SQE? This course is ideal for students and professionals who want an introduction to the common law legal system in England and Wales.
6-10 study hours/week
6 weeks online | On-demand
Pay the fees in full upon booking. The only option available for standalone Foundations in Law courses.
Available for Foundations + SQE Prep bundles. Pay the minimum £199 enrolment deposit and schedule the balance for the course start date, or spread over a few months with our instalment plan (incurs a £149 finance fee).Click here for payment plan options.
If you would like to register for a Foundations + SQE1 Prep bundle that has already started, please reach out to our team at sqeprep@barbri.com to check availability. A late registration fee of £149 will apply.
Our in-depth SQE1 preparation course is available in various durations to suit your lifestyle: Flexible (40 weeks), Focused (20 weeks) and Accelerated (10 weeks).
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