Preliminary Examination Syllabus
The Preliminary Examination is intended to ensure that only candidates who exhibit the capacity to achieve degree level in their subsequent studies are allowed to proceed to become solicitors The standard for the examination is set to approximate to that of a pass university degree in arts.
The Preliminary Examination consists of three separate papers:
Candidates are allowed a maximum of three attempts at the Preliminary Examination (one original and two repeat attempts).
The pass mark in each paper is 50%. All three papers must be passed at one sitting of the examination. Results are usually available approximately eight weeks after the examination date.
The 2025 Preliminary Examination Syllabus is also available for download.
