MORE THAN A
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.
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
Tap into a network of 700+ legal employers
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
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.
|
Feature |
|
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
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.
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.
Speak to a Law Conversion Course adviser
*BPP always shares the latest SQE pass rates with future students.