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Some law students study for four years (rather than three years, although this is usually only the case for students taking a combined law degree with the LPC, or for those whose courses include study abroad), making it possible for both non-law and law graduates of the same starting year to finish at the same time, with the CPE providing the 'foundations of legal knowledge'. The CPE is regulated by the Law Society of England & Wales with admissions handled through the Central Applications Board. After completing the CPE a graduate must continue onto the Legal Practice Course should they wish to become a Solicitor , or the Bar Vocational Course should they wish to become Barrister . This course can be taken over one year (full-time), or up to three years (part-time) during evenings or on weekends. In Hong Kong the CPE is also recognised for the purpose of admitting to the Postgraduate Certificate In Laws (PCLL) course, which is a prerequisite to become a solicitor or barrister in Hong Kong. However CPE graduates are required to take additional conversion courses before the commencement of PCLL course. The CPE tends to be offered through private institutions or new universities. The largest course providers are The College Of Law and BPP Professional Education , while new universities (such as the Kingston University and University Of East Anglia ) also offer courses. Tuition varies widely, but the College of Law and BPP fees are both in excess of £6,000 p.a. for a London full-time CPE, as of 2005 . EXTERNAL LINKS |
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