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Foundations in Law

Study Method Online
Provider BARBRI
Recognition LSBF Malta
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Course overview

BARBRI Foundations in Law is a 6-week short course designed to help you familiarise yourself with the study of law in England and Wales. It can also be taken prior to BARBRI SQE Prep to help students build knowledge ready to tackle the SQE prep courses with greater confidence.

Who's It For?

BARBRI Foundations in Law has been designed for anyone looking for an introduction to the study of law in England and Wales. It is ideal for:

  • Professionals in legal and non-legal industries, from human resources, regulation and compliance to policing, tax and legal support staff.
  • Aspiring solicitors with non-legal degrees want some foundational knowledge before embarking on the SQE
  • Qualified overseas lawyers looking for dual qualification as a solicitor
  • Former law students who would like a refresher (and gain SQE-specific knowledge) before getting started on the SQE.

Job outcomes

  • Aspiring Solicitors

  • Legal Support Staff

  • Regulation and Compliance Fields

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What you'll learn

The BARBRI Foundations in Law course runs over six weeks, and you will need to dedicate around 6-10 hours of study per week to complete the course.

The law covered in this course will also be covered in the SQE1 Prep course through additional lectures and exercises. Foundations in Law is a chance to acclimatise yourself to the study of law and, also to get you thinking like a lawyer.

Recognitions

LSBF Malta

Accredited/ Certified by LSBF Malta

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

  • Part-time course
  • 6 weeks (40 hours)
  • 6-10 hours of study per week

Delivery

Online

Course features

  • Study guide: An online study guide will provide you with overviews and guidance on each subject.
  • Lectures: Short, interactive lectures break down each of the subjects and are easy to schedule around your time commitments.
  • Interactive exercises: Interactive, online exercises incorporated into the curriculum help to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the materials.
  • Credly badge: All passers will receive a shiny Credly badge!
  • Workshops: Online pre-recorded, interactive workshops help to consolidate learning in legal thinking, the application of law, interpreting case law & statute, legal research and presenting client advice.
  • Practice questions: Self-review questions to help further understanding, including an introduction to the SQE1 format of questioning.
  • Access to Westlaw: Access to Westlaw enables candidates to start developing their legal research skills.
  • You will also have access to:
    • Careers & Employability services
    • TOGETHERALL
    • Industry Insights events

Testimonials

  • The content is concise and whilst there is a lot to learn, the way the material is set out with BARBRI has meant I have never felt too overwhelmed.
    Athina Maneli
    Foundations in Law

Subjects

The syllabus will give you an introduction to three key areas including:
  • The legal system of England & Wales.
  • Legal research – how to conduct and present it.
  • Core legal terms, concepts, and areas of practice.

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Payment options

Course fees – £499

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About BARBRI

BARBRI is the largest provider of legal learning solutions for law students, professionals, law schools, universities, law firms, and organisations. Having started as the leading provider of US bar exam preparation, BARBRI has helped over 1.43 million learners worldwide pass the US Bar Exam. Their range of courses has expanded to encompass anything learners and legal professionals around the world could need to start their careers, attain licensure, or expand their skills. They offer preparation for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) in England and Wales, as well as Extended U.S. Bar Preparation programs, which reflect their mission to open the doors to legal education to the next generation. Founded in 1967, BARBRI is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in several U.S. cities and the United Kingdom.

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