How I Passed SQE1 Self Study — My Complete Strategy (After Failing)

I failed SQE1 on my first attempt — then I self-studied and passed on my second. No prep course. In this video I walk you through my complete, step-by-step strategy exactly as I used it. If you're preparing for the SRA's SQE1, resitting it, or still deciding whether you can do this — this is the plan I wish someone had handed me the first time. ⚠️ Almost HALF of every SQE1 cohort fails. The difference isn't intelligence — it's strategy, the right resources, and endurance. Inside this video: ✅ How to analyse your result and find your real weak areas ✅ How I used AI to break down my score and build my study calendar ✅ Drafting a reading & questions plan around a full-time job ✅ Why the RIGHT notes matter more than big, bulky textbooks ✅ Finishing your notes before touching questions ✅ Training question stamina under real exam conditions ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Is SQE1 actually difficult? 00:18 My story: I failed, then I passed on the resit 01:50 Step 1 — Analyse your results & target your weak areas 06:04 Step 2 — Draft a reading & questions plan 08:12 Find an accountability partner 09:28 Step 3 — Get the right notes (I self-studied) 12:31 Step 4 — Finish your notes before solving questions 15:26 Step 5 — Questions back-to-back under exam conditions 17:57 Final words 📌 I self-studied for BOTH attempts, so it IS possible without an expensive provider, if your strategy is right. 👉 New here? Watch my "5 Things to Avoid to Pass SQE1" and "FLK1 vs FLK2" videos next. 💬 Comment your biggest SQE1 struggle below — I read and reply to every one. Let's build a community that helps each other qualify. #sqe1 #sqe #solicitor #england #qualifying #wales #law #legaleducation