A while ago I received an email from someone who shared that they recently passed SQE1, without taking a prep course. I’m sharing their email as a little reminder that, yes, you can successfully prepare on your own…
Author: Lawyer in London
How I Did It: Advice from People Who’ve Passed SQE1 (UPDATED)
Updated November 2025 – In this post I’m sharing stories from candidates who have recently passed SQE1.  Below you’ll find reflections from test-takers who have written publicly about their experiences…Â
How to Choose a SQE Training Course
This article outlines everything you should know if you’re considering an SQE prep course…
The Results Are In! How did Candidates Do in First SQE2?
In late August 2022 the SRA published the results of the first SQE2 assessment, which took place in April of that year.
SRA Shares SQE Update for March 2022
The SRA has issued a new SQE bulletin. It mentions (among other things) a new YouTube webinar for foreign qualified lawyers.
SRA Webinar: Insights from first SQE1 sitting
In early 2022 the SRA held a webinar to discuss results and learnings from the first SQE1 assessment. It’s been posted online and covers topics like pass rates, operational issues and feedback from candidates who wrote the exam.Â