LLB (Hons) - LW015A - Complete your GDEHKL (CPE) to an LLB through the exclusive top-up

Sep 21, 2026

LLB (Hons) at HKU SPACE offers an exclusive top-up route enabling eligible GDEHKL (CPE) learners to complete an LLB without taking ALL PCLL Conversion Exams. The programme emphasizes priority admission for final-year CPE students, guaranteed entry for on-time applicants, and teaching delivered by PCLL tutors and practising lawyers. It includes full-modules and half-module electives, with options such as PCLL Preparation Electives I/II and an English Law pathway via SQE 1, plus online SQE electives.

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LLB (Hons) Manchester Metropolitan University LW015A Complete your GDEHKL (CPE) to an LLB through the exclusive top-up to avoid ALL PCLL Conversion Exams* More students admitted to PCLL than any other English law course in Hong Kong Many HKU SPACE successful PCLL applicants admitted from this course Teaching by PCLL tutors and practising lawyers^ PCLL preparation electives to help you get good grades or New fully online SQE Elective * Based on admissions in recent years of large numbers of students who graduated from the Manchester Met GDEHKL and LLB. PCLL exemptions subject to change. ^ In their personal capacity. HKU SPACE was awarded the ASIIN Institutional Accreditation seal for its quality management in teaching and learning. | Priority Admission for Final-year CPE Students | | --- | | Opening Doors with another Degree | | Complete your law school journey and straight to the PCLL | | Eligibility | apply Visas ALL HKU SPACE CPE (GDEHKL) students receive priority admission Guaranteed entry if you apply before the deadline Popular with students from other institutions Your award is a Bachelor of Laws from the Manchester Metropolitan University Opens multiple pathways to legal careers in HK , UK , and around the world Full-modules (PCLL programme prerequisites) • Commercial Law (conversion otherwise required) Choose one of the following options for degree completion: Half-modules • PCLL Preparation Elective I (Civil Procedure with Advocacy) * • PCLL Preparation Elective II (Criminal Procedure with Advocacy) * OR English Law Pathway via the SQE 1 • SQE 1 Preparation Elective: Foundations and Applications of Legal Knowledge\# * These half-modules will be delivered as complementary precursors to the procedural subjects taught on the PCLL programme. \# Spaces limited and subject to additional cost and not inclusive of SQE exam fees. Current ﬁnal-year HKU SPACE graduates of the Graduate Diploma in English and Hong Kong Law (CPE) are guaranteed admission ALL HKU SPACE graduates of the Graduate Diploma in English and Hong Kong Law (CPE) receive priority admission Holders of Advanced Diploma for Legal Executives (Graduate Level) Holders of Common Professional Examination Certiﬁcate in Laws (CPEC) Holders of other Graduate Diplomas in Law (if space still available) Please note that the programme is intended for those who having the right to live and study in Hong Kong. It is a very unlikely that an~~“~~overseas” applicant will be granted a visa to study this non-UGC funded programme and it is the responsibility of applicants to determine their eligibility to study. Testimonials “Studying the MMU LLB at HKU SPACE is the best pathway to the PCLL. Not only does it save you the hassle of taking extra PCLL Conversion exams, but you ’ll also get to meet the PCLL tutors who teach on the MMU LLB and be so much better prepared for the PCLL as a result.” Jasmin Chan was admitted to the PCLL full-time programme at HKU from this LLB and is now a Qualiﬁed Solicitor of Hong Kong. “HKU SPACE is the only institution that provides an LLB which is accepted by the PCEA as an exemption from so many PCLL Conversion Exams. That’s why, although I started my law studies at another institution, I switched to HKU SPACE for the MMU LLB. What I really like about the MMU LLB is the teaching by lecturers from the HKU PCLL, since this gives us really great preparation for the PCLL.” Former Top Student Jeanne Wong “Studying the MMU LLB gave me the best training in legal and research skills as well as practical insights into the legal industry. Motivation was the key to my good results. It’s very important to plan ahead and set a study schedule that ﬁts your learning style. And of course, be sure to reward yourself by taking plenty of breaks during your studies.” Candy Chu, recipient of award for top-scoring student from 2019-21. "The MMU LLB is absolutely crucial i

FAQs

Who receives priority admission and what is guaranteed for final-year CPE students?

ALL HKU SPACE CPE (GDEHKL) students receive priority admission, and applicants are guaranteed entry if they apply before the deadline.

What module options are available to complete the degree?

Students choose from full-modules (PCLL programme prerequisites) and half-modules, including PCLL Preparation Elective I or II, or the English Law pathway via SQE 1 preparation.

What are key space and cost notes for SQE 1-related electives?

Spaces are limited and the SQE 1 preparation option may involve additional cost, and it is not inclusive of SQE exam fees.

Sep 21, 2026

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