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Emina
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Is passing SQUE exams difficult
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Shani Burnett
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Hi Emina! Great Question!
According to Barbri this is the following test set up for the SQE:
The SQE1 assessment will consist of 180 multiple-choice questions, which will require candidates to demonstrate their knowledge of the law, its rules and principles, and show the competence required to become a newly qualified solicitor.
It will cover a wide range of legal areas, including business law and practice; contract; tort; constitutional and administrative law; property practice; land law; trusts; solicitors’ accounts and much more. Candidates will be required to demonstrate their professional ethics and ability to act honestly and with integrity throughout the examination process.
The SQE2 assessment is a two-part examination process, comprising oral and written assessments. Oral skills will be tested through both client interviews and advocacy, while written skills will be judged through case and matter analysis, legal research, legal writing and legal drafting.
The oral element of SQE2 includes four oral legal skills assessments, taking place over two half days. The written aspect covers 12 legal skills assessments, taking place over three half days. The interviewing exercises are marked by an assessor – playing the role of the client – and these will be marked based on skills only. All other aspects of the assessment will be marked by a solicitor. The candidate’s skills and application of the law will be assessed here.
The SQE looks set to provide a clear pathway to qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales. While candidates must still hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent experience, a law degree will no longer be a formal requirement. Although the strong grounding in legal knowledge that a law degree provides will remain advantageous.
I can not comment on how hard the test will be but I can give you a link that you can use to help with the test prep and any questions that you may have regarding the this particular test.
https://barbri-prep.com/sqe-blog/how-difficult-will-the-sqe-be/https://www.barbri.com/?__hstc=188884916.d0246d103e3230ca42667d45832ae298.1639075632878.1639075632878.1639075632878.1&__hssc=188884916.1.1639075632878&__hsfp=163831543
Good Luck!
According to Barbri this is the following test set up for the SQE:
The SQE1 assessment will consist of 180 multiple-choice questions, which will require candidates to demonstrate their knowledge of the law, its rules and principles, and show the competence required to become a newly qualified solicitor.
It will cover a wide range of legal areas, including business law and practice; contract; tort; constitutional and administrative law; property practice; land law; trusts; solicitors’ accounts and much more. Candidates will be required to demonstrate their professional ethics and ability to act honestly and with integrity throughout the examination process.
The SQE2 assessment is a two-part examination process, comprising oral and written assessments. Oral skills will be tested through both client interviews and advocacy, while written skills will be judged through case and matter analysis, legal research, legal writing and legal drafting.
The oral element of SQE2 includes four oral legal skills assessments, taking place over two half days. The written aspect covers 12 legal skills assessments, taking place over three half days. The interviewing exercises are marked by an assessor – playing the role of the client – and these will be marked based on skills only. All other aspects of the assessment will be marked by a solicitor. The candidate’s skills and application of the law will be assessed here.
The SQE looks set to provide a clear pathway to qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales. While candidates must still hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent experience, a law degree will no longer be a formal requirement. Although the strong grounding in legal knowledge that a law degree provides will remain advantageous.
I can not comment on how hard the test will be but I can give you a link that you can use to help with the test prep and any questions that you may have regarding the this particular test.
https://barbri-prep.com/sqe-blog/how-difficult-will-the-sqe-be/https://www.barbri.com/?__hstc=188884916.d0246d103e3230ca42667d45832ae298.1639075632878.1639075632878.1639075632878.1&__hssc=188884916.1.1639075632878&__hsfp=163831543
Good Luck!
Shifa Banani
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To be completely honest with you, every test can be considered difficult without adequate preparation. Listening to other's views and going down a spiral of Google searches to determine if an exam is hard is far less important than preparing for your future. If you set your mind to it, I do not doubt for a second that you could excel in your academic exams or courses. It's definitely easier said than done. And, I get that. But, if you've decided that becoming a lawyer is the career path that has been designed for you, then, regardless, you're gonna have to walk into that exam.
To begin with, I would identify the study habits that work best for you. With this, I would begin to plan out a schedule that allows you adequate time to prepare and understand the mechanics of this exam. Try your best to stick to the schedule, it makes life ten times easier and satisfactory if your goals are met (so set achievable goals).
I do not know the specifics of this exam, but I hope the best for you and I know you will do amazing!
To begin with, I would identify the study habits that work best for you. With this, I would begin to plan out a schedule that allows you adequate time to prepare and understand the mechanics of this exam. Try your best to stick to the schedule, it makes life ten times easier and satisfactory if your goals are met (so set achievable goals).
I do not know the specifics of this exam, but I hope the best for you and I know you will do amazing!