Legal Apprenticeship: SolicitorWhat are Apprenticeships? Apprenticeships are practical, vocational programmes that allow you to combine academic study with practical work experience whilst gaining wider skills such as teamwork, presenting and time-management. Apprenticeships are the perfect way to start your career. You will go to work and get paid a full-time salary whilst gaining your degree. You will benefit from valuable, real-life experience in your chosen field. It is the ideal opportunity to benefit from an exciting new world of work and study – funded entirely by a sponsoring employer and/or the government.

Who is BPP University?BPP University is an independent university dedicated to business and the professions. We combine innovative study content with real-world experience and insight from expert tutors, delivering the practical skills and industry knowledge to help our students to excel in the workplace.

Programme OverviewThe Solicitor Apprenticeship from BPP University Law School combines practical experience in the workplace with formal degree and postgraduate study.

As an apprentice you will gain the professional solicitor qualification that recognises your ability to deliver excellent commercial legal advice and client service, behave ethically and demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and development. You will also be awarded with an LLB (Hons) Legal Practice.

Why choose a Solicitor Apprenticeship?• Gain an LLB (Hons)

• Qualify as a solicitor alongside a practical paid job in a legal environment

• Earn a salary and gain your qualification without any tuition fees. Your tuition fees are paid by your employer and or the government

• Develop professional judgement and the ability to conduct legal work within the ethical and regulatory framework required for legal practice as a solicitor

• Study online with access to live tutorials and recorded lectures and online learning materials

• Receive individual support throughout your study and face-to-face teaching three times a term at a BPP University study centre

• Explore different areas of law and practice in depth, including Tort Law, Land Law, Business Law and Contract Law

• Learn from BPP tutors who are qualified, experienced lawyers from practice

• Benefit from assessments and projects that relate directly to practical challenges in your workplace

• Document your apprenticeship and showcase your skills through the development of an e-portfolio

• Network with other apprentices through our collaborative learning environment

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Key information:

Length of Programme Six years (part-time)

Mode of Study Online classroom sessions supported by face-to-face learning

Assessment To complete the apprenticeship, you must pass the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) centralised assessment, consisting of two parts:• Part 1 – Functioning Knowledge Tests

• Part 2 – Standardised Practical Legal Examination

• You will also need to complete a portfolio of examples of work experience

To be awarded the LLB (Hons) Legal Practice, you must pass a range of BPP University assessments which include unseen examinations such as multiple choice tests, written problem based questions and practical legal drafting exercises, legal research, presentation and skeleton argument, coursework, advocacy and an e-portfolio of work.

Entry Requirements Educational Background• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including a grade C or above in

English Language and Mathematics; and

• 128 UCAS points at GCE A-Level (ABB) (or other UK or international equivalent); or

• Between 96 and 127 UCAS points at GCE A-Level (or other UK or international equivalent) PLUS successful completion of the BPP University LLB (Hons) Admissions Test; or

• Completion of BPP’s Certificate of Higher Education (Legal Services); or

• CILEx Level 3 Professional Diploma passed with Distinction; or

• CILEx Level 3 Professional Diploma PLUS successful completion of the BPP University LLB (Hons) Admissions Test; or

• Successful completion of a relevant Advanced (Level-3) or Higher (Level 4 and above) apprenticeship PLUS successful completion of the BPP University LLB (Hons) Admissions Test.

English LanguageIELTS score of 6.5 (overall) or equivalent, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.

If you obtain a score of 6.5 overall, you will have to attend In-sessional English/Academic English classes, alongside the programme during the first term of studies, at no additional cost.

Designed with employers in mind

This apprenticeship programme has been designed to meet the Solicitor Apprenticeship Standard, developed by a group of employers known as ‘Trailblazers’. These standards have been developed to ensure that you gain a highly relevant education that meets the requirements and practical business needs of employers.

The Trailblazers involved in the design of this programme include: Addleshaw Goddard, Browne Jacobson, Burges Salmon, Clyde and Co, DAC Beachcroft, Dentons, DWF, Eversheds, Gateley, Kennedys Law, Lewis Silkin, Mayer Brown, Olswang, Simmons & Simmons, Stephenson Harwood, Withers and the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

What job roles are suitable?To join an apprenticeship you must be in full-time employment with an employer who is participating in the apprenticeship programme. Your role must be relevant to the programme and may include:

• Paralegal• Legal administrator• Legal secretary• Junior fee earner

How to applyTo join an apprenticeship programme you must be employed in a relevant role by an employer that is offering apprenticeships with BPP University. Apply directly to one of these employers following the link below.

www.bpp.com/appsearch

Programme Structure

Module Name Credits Year

Introduction to Practice 15 credits 1

English Legal System & Research 30 credits 1

Contract Law 30 credits 1

Client Care 15 credits 2

Criminal Law 30 credits 2

Public Law 30 credits 2

Tort Law 30 credits 3

Land Law 30 credits 3

Law of Equity & Trusts 30 credits 4

Law of the European Union 15 credits 4

Professional Practice Skills (Level 5) 15 credits 4

Professional Conduct, Ethics & Regulation 15 credits 4

Business Law & Practice 30 credits 5

Property Law & Practice 15 credits 5

Litigation (Civil) 15 credits 5

Professional Practice Skills (Level 6) 15 credits 5

Litigation (Criminal) 15 credits 6

Wills & the Administration of Estates 15 credits 6

Professional Practice Skills (Level 7) 30 credits 6

For more information

03331 309 119 or ✉ legalapps@bpp.com or bpp.com/apprenticeships

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