SQE1 assessment dates - 2024 to 2025 (last update September)
SQE2 assessment dates - 2024 to 2025 (September 2024)
SQE Assessment Results
You will receive your SQE assessment results by email directly from Kaplan. SQE1 assessment results will be made available by Kaplan within 5-6 weeks after the examination date, while SQE2 results become available within 14-18 weeks following the exam.
The registration process for the SQE involves three steps:
Register at the SQE website with the SRA and Kaplan. You’ll need a valid photo ID at this point (e.g. a passport, photo driving licence, or government-issued ID).
Once you’ve registered, you need to pre-book. This involves completing a diversity survey (not mandatory), telling the SRA about any SQE exemptions you might have, and requesting any reasonable adjustments you’ll require to sit your exams.
The computer-based SQE1 exam takes place at a number of test centres around the world. Once you’ve registered and pre-booked, you need to sign in to your SQE account online to view the assessment centres available to you. Choose your preferred location and book your space.
Please note that you will need to go through the pre-booking process for both SQE1 and SQE2 separately. You can only pre-book and book SQE2 once you’ve passed SQE1 (unless you are exempt from SQE1).
SQE1 and SQE2 written assessments can be taken at Pearson VUE test centres in the UK and internationally, booked via your SQE account.
Locations cannot be guaranteed until booking opens. Candidates may need to travel to a nearby country if their preferred location is unavailable.
Availability is influenced by capacity planning, local public holidays, and time zones.
Exact test centres will be shown when booking opens. Check the timing of your assessment when booking, as start times may vary.
Kaplan SQE has partnered with Pearson VUE to offer a global network of test centres, providing flexibility when booking SQE1 or SQE2 written assessments. Use the link below to visit Pearson VUE’s website, where you can find your nearest active SQE test centre. Note that bookings cannot be made on Pearson VUE’s website; it is for information purposes only. You must book your assessment through your SQE account, and test centre availability will be visible there.
The test centre information link offers details such as directions, parking, wheelchair support, and other physical access considerations. The distance displayed is a straight line from your search criteria, not the driving distance.
Pearson VUE centres in England and Wales comply with the disability access requirements of the Equality Act 2010 and can accommodate various alternative arrangements for candidates with special requirements or the need for reasonable adjustments.
Please be aware that the test centre search tool will not be available once bookings close, as it only lists active Pearson test centres for SQE1 or SQE2 written assessments. We aim to provide more detailed information on possible test locations over time, accessible outside of booking windows.
Pearson VUE test centre search tool
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The pass rate for the SQE exam varies from year to year and can depend on a variety of factors, including the difficulty of the exam and the preparation of the candidates. It's important to note that thorough preparation is key to passing the SQE exam. You can find more informations about pass rates here : About SQE Exam
The preparation time for the SQE exam varies depending on your background knowledge and study schedule. On average, it might take about 9-12 months to prepare for both stages of the SQE exams.
The SQE exam is divided into two parts: SQE1 focuses on functioning legal knowledge, while SQE2 tests practical legal skills. Both parts include multiple-choice questions, and SQE2 also includes practical assessments such as client interviews and advocacy.
Yes, if you do not pass the SQE exam, you can retake it. However, there are limits on the number of attempts you can make within a certain timeframe. It's important to prepare thoroughly to increase your chances of passing on the first attempt.
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