Acing the SQE

Introduction Introduction Pass Mark SQE1 The pass rate for the FLK1 & FLK2 assessments are not predetermined; instead, they are determined after the assessment is conducted. The SRA Assessment Board establishes the pass mark using the Modified Angoff method, as per the SRA Marking and Standard Setting Policy. This approach involves a panel of qualified solicitors who are knowledgeable about Day One competence. They assess each question and estimate how many out of ten just-competent Day One solicitors would answer it correctly. By compiling and averaging these ratings for each question from each panel member, a cut score is derived. Subsequently, further statistical analysis is performed to account for candidates' actual performance and measurement errors, resulting in the final pass mark for the assessment. It's important to note that the pass mark for the SQE may vary from one assessment sitting to another to maintain consistent assessment standards. To provide context, the SRA has furnished a table below, offering information based on past SQE1 sittings to give you an idea of the likely pass mark. Starting from January 2024, the raw score out of 180 questions is converted to the scaled score. The pass score for SQE 1 is always 300 out of 500. + Pass mark and rate of FLK1 and FLK 2 Date of SQE1 FLK1 pass mark FLK1 pass rate FLK2 pass mark FLK2 pass rate November 2021 57% (103 correct answers) 67% (out of 1084 candidates) 56% (101 correct answers) 54% (out of 1078 candidates) July 2022 56% (101 correct answers) 64% (out of 1899 candidates) 55% (99 correct answers) 55% (out of 1981 candidates) January 2023 57% (103 correct answers) 59% (out of 3103 candidates) 56% (101 correct answers) 56% (out of 3253 candidates) July 2023 53% (95 correct answers) 66% (out of 3647 candidates) 52% (94 correct answers) 58% (out of 3755 candidates) January 2024 60% 63%(out of 6204 candidates) 60% 61%(out of 6476 candidates) July 2024 60% 55%(out of 5332 candidates) 60% 50%(out of 5519 candidates) January 2025 60% 64%(out of 7071 candidates) 60% 61%(out of 7287 candidates) Subject FLK1 Business Law and Practice Dispute Resolution Contract Law Tort Law Legal System Public Law Legal Services FLK2 Property Practice Wills and Administration of Estates Solicitors Accounts Land Law Equity and Trusts Criminal Law Criminal Procedure Both Professional Conduct Mock Test SQE1 sample questions 170Q QLTS Sample questions 29Q SQE2 There are 12 written assessments and four oral assessments. Written Case and matter analysis In this chapter on case and matter analysis, you’re focusing on a core skill for the SQE2 assessment: the ability to analyze and apply legal knowledge to specific client scenarios. The SQE2 assessments are designed to evaluate how well candidates can apply their legal understanding to meet client objectives. This includes a thorough analysis of the facts, identifying the relevant legal issues, applying the law to these facts, and understanding the client’s goals. By mastering this skill, candidates can demonstrate a client-focused approach, essential for practicing law effectively. Legal research Legal writing Legal drafting Oral Interview and attendance note/ legal analysis Opening the Interview and Gathering Information Providing Advice and Concluding the Interview The Attendance Note Advocacy Civil Practice Applications for Summary judgment Applications for Default judgment Interim applications Submissions on the Admissibility of Evidence Applications for Costs Criminal Practice Contested Bail Hearings Submissions on Allocation Submissions on the Admissibility of Evidence Submissions of No Case to Answer Basis of Plea Pleas in Mitigation Link Professional licensing 25%