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Independent SQE provider reviews, study guides, cost breakdowns and career advice. Every comparison is based on publicly available SRA data.
SQE Provider Reviews & Comparisons
Honest, data-driven review articles on every major SQE course provider - pass rates, costs, and who each course is actually best for. No provider pays to appear here.
Is BPP Worth It for SQE? Honest Review 2026
Honest, independent review of BPP for SQE. Real pass rates, full cost breakdown, student survey data and a direct verdict on whether BPP is worth the premium price.
Best for City firmsIs University of Law Worth It for SQE? Honest Review 2026
ULaw SQE pass rate: 64% SQE1, 89% SQE2 — above the national average. But at £15,150–£18,850, is the premium justified? Independent review with full cost breakdown and a direct verdict.
Widest campus networkIs BARBRI Worth It? Honest SQE Course Review 2026
BARBRI charges £5,899 for SQE prep with self-reported 58% SQE1 / 85% SQE2 pass rates. Best value mid-range option? Honest analysis of tech-driven learning and alternatives.
Best value with tutorIs City University Worth It? Honest SQE Course Review 2026
City University charges £9,500-£11,500 for SQE prep with self-reported 62% SQE1 / 87% SQE2 pass rates. Is the London university prestige worth it? Honest analysis of costs and alternatives.
Strong London campusIs College of Legal Practice Worth It? Honest SQE Course Review 2026
College of Legal Practice charges £8,500-£10,500 for SQE prep with practical skills focus. Mid-range pricing but no published pass rates. Is it worth it? Honest analysis.
Flexible online studyIs FQPS Academy Worth It? Honest SQE Course Review 2026
FQPS Academy charges £3,500 for SQE prep-second-cheapest provider. Budget-friendly online self-study. Is it worth £1,000 more than QLTS School? Honest analysis.
Specialist SRA providerIs QLTS School Worth It? Honest SQE Course Review 2026
QLTS School charges just £2,500 for SQE prep-the cheapest provider. But is ultra-budget the smart choice? Honest analysis of what you get (and don't get) for the lowest price.
Most affordable optionBPP vs University of Law: Which SQE Course Is Actually Worth It? (2026)
Head-to-head comparison of BPP (£12,200-£14,300, 68% pass rate) vs ULaw (£15,150-£18,850, 64% pass rate). Which offers better value? Honest verdict with detailed comparison.
Best SQE Prep Courses 2026: Honest Comparison of All Major Providers
Independent comparison of every major SQE prep course - real pricing, pass rates, and who each provider is actually best for. Student-built, independently run. Updated April 2026.
* Self-reported pass rates - unaudited figures not verified by the SRA. National SQE1 pass rate: 53% (Jan 2026). View full SRA pass rate data →
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How to Tackle SQE Resits: A Practical Guide for 2026
Failed SQE1 or SQE2? Here's how to read your SRA result letter, work out where you actually went wrong, and build a revision plan that targets your weak areas rather than starting from scratch.
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Which SQE Provider Gives Refunds If You Fail? (2026 Guide)
Most SQE providers keep your fees if you fail. A small number offer conditional refunds or retake coverage. Here's what each provider actually offers and what the small print says.
What Happens If You Fail SQE2: Resit Rules, Why Prepared Candidates Still Fail, and How to Prepare Differently
Failed SQE2 despite feeling prepared? You're not alone. This guide covers the resit rules, the real reasons experienced candidates fail, what to do before resitting, and how to approach your preparation differently the second time.
CPS Legal Trainee Interview Questions: What to Expect at Every Stage
A detailed breakdown of the CPS legal trainee scheme interview process — the video interview, assessment centre written exercise, and panel interview — including the behaviours assessed, real question types, and how to prepare.
CPS vs GLP Legal Trainee Scheme: Which Is Right for You?
A detailed comparison of the CPS Legal Trainee Scheme and the Government Legal Profession (GLP) Legal Trainee Scheme — funding, salary, work type, employment guarantees, and how to decide.
SQE Fees Are Going Up Again: What the September 2026 Increase Means for You
The SRA has announced a fourth SQE fee increase. From September 2026, SQE1 rises to £2,006 and SQE2 to £3,086. Here's who it affects and what to do about it.
How to Build an SQE Revision Timetable That Actually Works
A practical guide to building an SQE revision timetable for SQE1 and SQE2. Covers how many hours you need, how to structure study phases, and why most revision plans fall apart.
SQE2 April 2026: Last Minute Preparation Guide (For When You're Panicking)
Sitting SQE2 in April 2026 and feeling behind? This is what actually works in the final weeks, from someone who passed in November 2025 without a single 1 or 2.
SQE2 Last Week Checklist: What to Do (and What to Stop Doing)
One week out from SQE2 and not sure where to focus? This is the checklist. Practical, honest, and written by someone who passed in November 2025 without a single 1 or 2.
SQE2 Oral Skills: How to Actually Prepare for Advocacy and Client Interviewing
Advocacy and client interviewing panic more SQE2 candidates than anything else. Here is the exact approach that worked in November 2025, including the full application list and how to structure your notes.
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