Open University or Essex Online University LAW LLB degree
Hi I am torn between OU Law and Law at Essex Online
Both distance learning
Essex online looks like it has a better module line up
OU has a sqe route but it doesnt mention that you need to do european law and its in their optional modules ( I heard students had problems after their degree because sqe told them they missed eu law)
I want to go the SQE route.
Is there a limit of how long you have to complete the degree to be a solicitor? I know its 6 for barrister but unsure of solicitor
Please share if you were deciding between these two unis and also if you have any opinions on ou and essex
Thank you xxx
Both distance learning
Essex online looks like it has a better module line up
OU has a sqe route but it doesnt mention that you need to do european law and its in their optional modules ( I heard students had problems after their degree because sqe told them they missed eu law)
I want to go the SQE route.
Is there a limit of how long you have to complete the degree to be a solicitor? I know its 6 for barrister but unsure of solicitor
Please share if you were deciding between these two unis and also if you have any opinions on ou and essex
Thank you xxx
Reply 1
Hey @Wanesa1996
For students interested in qualifying through the new SQE route, EU law is no longer a mandatory requirement. Under the SQE system, you need a degree in any subject (but typically we advice LLB law), to pass both parts of the SQE, and to complete two years of qualifying work experience, not a specific degree like a qualifying law degree that previously required EU law that was needed for the LPC route.
That being said my advice is to go to a taster session at uni's that offer an online LLB to see if you like their academic model and style of teaching. For example at The University of Law we offer an online LLB Law programme, and our model of teaching is called PEC (prepare, consolidate and engage) here's a video on how it works. Everyone has a different style of learning so you should explore and find out what's best for you. Also see if either university if offering an event that let's you explore what it's like to study online with a live demonstration of their platforms like we're offering on 19 November.
I hope that helps,
Mandi - The Uni of Law
For students interested in qualifying through the new SQE route, EU law is no longer a mandatory requirement. Under the SQE system, you need a degree in any subject (but typically we advice LLB law), to pass both parts of the SQE, and to complete two years of qualifying work experience, not a specific degree like a qualifying law degree that previously required EU law that was needed for the LPC route.
That being said my advice is to go to a taster session at uni's that offer an online LLB to see if you like their academic model and style of teaching. For example at The University of Law we offer an online LLB Law programme, and our model of teaching is called PEC (prepare, consolidate and engage) here's a video on how it works. Everyone has a different style of learning so you should explore and find out what's best for you. Also see if either university if offering an event that let's you explore what it's like to study online with a live demonstration of their platforms like we're offering on 19 November.
I hope that helps,
Mandi - The Uni of Law
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by TheUniofLawStaffHey @Wanesa1996
For students interested in qualifying through the new SQE route, EU law is no longer a mandatory requirement. Under the SQE system, you need a degree in any subject (but typically we advice LLB law), to pass both parts of the SQE, and to complete two years of qualifying work experience, not a specific degree like a qualifying law degree that previously required EU law that was needed for the LPC route.
That being said my advice is to go to a taster session at uni's that offer an online LLB to see if you like their academic model and style of teaching. For example at The University of Law we offer an online LLB Law programme, and our model of teaching is called PEC (prepare, consolidate and engage) here's a video on how it works. Everyone has a different style of learning so you should explore and find out what's best for you. Also see if either university if offering an event that let's you explore what it's like to study online with a live demonstration of their platforms like we're offering on 19 November.
I hope that helps,
Mandi - The Uni of Law
For students interested in qualifying through the new SQE route, EU law is no longer a mandatory requirement. Under the SQE system, you need a degree in any subject (but typically we advice LLB law), to pass both parts of the SQE, and to complete two years of qualifying work experience, not a specific degree like a qualifying law degree that previously required EU law that was needed for the LPC route.
That being said my advice is to go to a taster session at uni's that offer an online LLB to see if you like their academic model and style of teaching. For example at The University of Law we offer an online LLB Law programme, and our model of teaching is called PEC (prepare, consolidate and engage) here's a video on how it works. Everyone has a different style of learning so you should explore and find out what's best for you. Also see if either university if offering an event that let's you explore what it's like to study online with a live demonstration of their platforms like we're offering on 19 November.
I hope that helps,
Mandi - The Uni of Law
Thank you for your reply
If I chose the university of law can I chose any optional modules and still be on the sqe route?
Could you please share if my certificate of higher education would be enough as an entry ? (I have not studied A levels ect)
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by Wanesa1996Thank you for your reply
If I chose the university of law can I chose any optional modules and still be on the sqe route?
Could you please share if my certificate of higher education would be enough as an entry ? (I have not studied A levels ect)
If I chose the university of law can I chose any optional modules and still be on the sqe route?
Could you please share if my certificate of higher education would be enough as an entry ? (I have not studied A levels ect)
You'll have a range of options modules outside of your core modules to choose from in second and third year, a full list is on the course webpage just scroll down to the section called 'three year degree'.
You don't necessarily need to decide to go down the SQE/Solicitors qualifying route during undergrad but it's great that you know that's what you want to pursue. You'll start planning for your SQE 1&2 exams after you complete your LLB law degree. But to answer your question yes the LLB law degree online is a good option should you wish to go down the SQE route it has all the necessary modules that cover black letter law, you'll still need to do further study post LLB to pass the SQE but this applies to all students. The SQE route can be a bit overwhelming in the beginning so if you have more questions on it please let me know.
I've just checked with admissions and yes we accept the certificate of higher education for the LLB law online and the requirement is 120 credits with 50% overall.
I hope that was helpful,
Mandi - The University of Law
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