How do I become a Pcll?

To be eligible for admission to the PCLL, an applicant must at least have completed their Bachelor of Laws (LL. B.) or equivalent legal studies either in Hong Kong or other common law jurisdictions, or have passed the Common Professional Examinations (CPE or CPEC) of Hong Kong or of England and Wales or equivalent.

Is the GDL a higher diploma?

The Graduate Diploma in Law/Postgraduate Diploma in Law/Common Professional Examination (GDL/PGDL/CPE) is a postgraduate law course in England and Wales that is taken by non-law graduates (graduates who have a degree in a discipline that is not law or not a qualifying law degree for legal practice) wishing to become …

What is CPE in law?

The Common Professional Examination/Postgraduate Diploma in Law (CPE/PGDL) is a postgraduate law course in England and Wales that is taken by non-law graduates (graduates who have a degree in a discipline that is not law or not a qualifying law degree for legal practice) wishing to become either a solicitor or …

Is GDL equivalent to Masters?

The Master of Laws and a Graduate Diploma of Law are different qualifications in the field of law, but they are similar, in that they are both postgraduate legal courses.

Is GDL being scrapped?

After September 2021, the GDL will cease as a qualification route and you’ll need to take an SQE1 preparation course. For non-law graduates, qualifying under the new system may look something like this: study for a three-year non-law degree. take an SQE1 preparation course.

What is a Postgraduate Certificate in law?

The Postgraduate Certificate in Law will enable you to develop and enhance your academic and professional expertise, matching your interests to an unparalleled range of specialist law modules.

What is the difference between CPE and GDL?

The CPE is a post-graduate conversion course which is designed to give candidates the academic background that is required to continue on to further vocational legal training. The CPE is also referred to as the “Law Conversion Course” or the “Graduate Diploma in Law” (GDL).