For most aspiring solicitors of England and Wales, the second step in their journey towards qualifying will be to pass Solicitors Qualifying Exam One (SQE1). SQE1 is one part of the SQE, the centralised examination for solicitors of England and Wales. SQE1 can be taken in January or July each year. 

This article provides answers to the following questions regarding this exam:

1.What type of questions appear on SQE1?

2. What does SQE1 assess?

3.What areas of law are assessed on SQE1?

4.How many questions do I need to answer on SQE1?

5.How are marks allocated on SQE1? 

6. What is the pass mark for SQE1?

When preparing for SQE1, most aspiring solicitors choose to enrol in an SQE1 training/preparation course. Others may choose to enrol in a master’s programme which incorporates SQE preparation, or they may choose to self-study. 

If you are considering enrolling in an SQE1 training/preparation course, this article may be useful. It provides answers to the following questions:

1. What is an SQE1 training/preparation course?

2. What types of SQE1 training/preparation courses are on the market?

3. What factors should I consider when choosing an SQE1 training/preparation course?