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LAW CONVERSION COURSE

Every provider can help you convert to law. 
BPP goes further.

With access to employers, practical legal experience and dedicated careers support, you'll gain more than a qualification – you'll build a foundation for your future career. 

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Looking for a conversion course that hits the mark?

We’re not comparing course details and modules. They’re a given.

Flexible learning options? Got it. 

Expert tutors? All reputable providers have them. 

Our PGDL is more than a conversion course. It's a solid foundation for your future career. It's the connections, practical experience and support that help turn a conversion course into a legal career. 

Because your future career deserves the investment.

Build connections with employers

Access coaching, mentoring and placement opportunities through our partnership with Aspiring Solicitors
Use BPP Futures to explore vacancies, networking events and work experience opportunities

Tap into a network of 700+ legal employers

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Support designed for career success

Our courses are designed with leading law firms. We teach their trainees, so we understand what they look for in future lawyers. And we use those insights to help you build the skills, experience and professional connections employers value most. 

Over 30 years of training legal professionals and supporting future lawyers into practice

Receive support from personal tutors throughout your studies

Access wellbeing support and 24/7 learning resources whenever you need them

Charlotte Fitch

The reason I chose BPP over other providers is because of the emphasis there is on practical application of the law.


Charlotte Fitch Law Conversion Course

Develop the skills employers look for 

  • Learn in a simulated legal environment that helps you develop the skills, confidence and attributes needed for practice. 

  • Benefit from AI-powered learning that helps identify strengths and areas for development. 

  • Volunteer in our award-winning Social Impact Team, applying your legal knowledge in practice while gaining valuable experience and supporting local communities. 

  • Access up to 40 hours of additional learning through our Bridge to SQE or Bridge to BTC programmes before your course begins. 

Similar name. Different programme. Miles apart on outcomes.

But if you really want to get into the course details... we've done the work for you.

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University of Law 

College of Legal Practice 

BARBRI 

PGDL / GDL / Law Conversion  

 

 

 

 

Level  

Level 7 

Level 7 

Level 6 

No award 

Length (full-time) 

35 weeks 

36 weeks 

20 weeks 

6 weeks 

Workshops (full-time) 

8 – 10 hours per week 

Not disclosed 

4 – 6 hours per week 

Not disclosed  

Flexible study options 

 

 

 

 

Personal tutor support 

 

 

 

 

Simulated law-firm learning environment 

 

 

 

 

AI-driven personalised learning 

 

 

 

 

Online learning platform 

 

 

 

 

Access to on-campus university facilities  

 

 

 

 

Dedicated careers service 

 

 

 

 

Master's funding available

 

 

Latest SQE1 pass rate (Jan 26) 

80%  

76%  

Not disclosed 

Not disclosed 

of law graduates in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating 

96%  

93% 

Not disclosed 

Not disclosed 

Correct at time of posting, July 2026

Studying the PGDL: Jess' Story

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LLM Law Conversion with SQE1

A clearer route to qualification

If your goal is to become a solicitor, a law conversion course is only one step of your journey. Our LLM Law Conversion with SQE1 combines your law conversion and SQE1 preparation into one integrated programme, helping you move forward with confidence. Plus, it’s even eligible for postgraduate funding.

Your law conversion. Your SQE1 preparation. One integrated pathway.

Discover PGDL

Ready to make your move? Our online application is fast and efficient. Create your account, submit your details, and we’ll guide you through each step.

Apply for the PGDL

Discover LLM Law Conversion

Upgrade your PGDL to our master’s programme, eligible for postgraduate funding. Explore a legal area of interest through research and enhance your CV.

Apply for LLM Law Conversion

Speak to a Law Conversion Course adviser

*BPP always shares the latest SQE pass rates with future students.