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What happens if I fail the SQE1 or SQE2? Can I resit?
Yes, you can resit with no limit on attempts. You only need to resit the paper(s) you failed.
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Failing the SQE is not the end. The SRA allows unlimited resit attempts.
Resit Rules
SQE1: If you fail one paper, you only resit that paper. The other pass is retained.
SQE2: You only resit failed assessments.
No limit: There is no maximum number of attempts.
Passes are retained indefinitely.
What to Do If You Fail
Analyse your results breakdown by subject area.
Adjust your preparation strategy.
Consider a different preparation course or study group.
Be kind to yourself — many excellent lawyers failed professional exams on their first attempt.
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