Tag: SQE Hub Editorial
The SQE is tough by design — here’s how to beat it
From building stamina to choosing the right course, ULaw's Daniel Cowan shares what it really takes to pass one of law's toughest tests
Why negotiation still matters in the age of AI
Charlotte Wanendeya, ex-Magic Circle lawyer and Head of Law at BPP London, on why the skills that make a great lawyer have never mattered more
A future trainee’s path from English and French law to preparing for the SQE
The University of Law student Bernie Thomas reflects on her journey so far
From burnout to balance: How one law school is rethinking how the SQE is studied, supported and survived
BARBRI’s Robert Dudley reflects on the challenges facing today’s law students
Smart strategies students can deploy for SQE success
BPP LLM student Yasmin Elsayed shares her prep experience — from study techniques to gaining real-world skills through pro bono
A future trainee’s advice for training contract seekers
BPP student Rebecca Hamer reflects on her route to a training contract, her SQE journey, and offers advice for aspiring solicitors
How to juggle life with the SQE
BARBRI’s Shashagay McIntosh shares her top tips for balancing work, study, and that all-important downtime
How to keep it together during the SQE
BPP LLM student Maria Shakir discusses the highs and lows of her SQE experience as well as her key revision strategies and top tips for success
How to survive the SQE — and why regional firms could be your best career move
Programme and student lead at ULaw, Laura Duffy, discusses the challenges facing lawyers-to-be and the opportunities in the North
SQE tips from a future trainee solicitor
Alex Goodman, future trainee and ULaw student ambassador, discusses his SQE experience, from revision strategies to social life
The biggest challenge of the SQE – and how to overcome it
Hannah Uglow, SQE & LPC programme and student lead at ULaw, discusses the best and worst things about the exams and shares her top tips on how to tackle them
My SQE1 experience – and advice for those preparing to sit it
BPP student ambassador Sarina Yamahata reflects on the SQE study strategy that helped her secure a successful result
Is SQE passing the diversity test?
Dr Morag Duffin, Director of Student Success, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at ULaw, reflects on the findings around minority group performance under the new assessment regime
Cracking SQE2: What you really need to succeed
From legal secretary, to employment lawyer, to SQE senior tutor, Joanne White has seen it all. We sat down with BARBRI’s SQE2 lead to hear her top tips for success
How to break into a US law firm — without leaving the UK
Claire Flores, head of student sales at BARBRI, discusses qualifying via the SQE, the global appeal of US law firms, and how aspiring solicitors can stand out in a competitive market
‘I’m halfway through the SQE – here’s what it’s really been like’
Alysia Hoe, future trainee solicitor and SQE student at ULaw, discusses staying motivated on the SQE and finding your route into law
How to pass SQE2 – tips from a module leader
BPP’s Julie Manson talks exam success
Inside SQE prep: What works, what’s changing and what’s next
Jonathan Worrell, BARBRI’s business development director, shares insights on supporting non-law graduates, navigating the SQE and the value of flexible preparation
Why SQE success requires a shift in mindset from traditional law school exams
Hilary Chadwick, Head of Law at BPP University’s Waterloo campus, shares her insights on breaking into the profession, the reality of the SQE and the importance of gaining practical experience
How to become a lawyer without the law firm
BARBRI business development director Emma Cavendish discusses qualifying in-house, developing commercial awareness and her advice for aspiring in-house lawyers
From apprentice to City associate via the SQE
BCLP’s Bradley Fisher shares his experience