Fully online GDL and SQE funded by a City firm?

[hopefullyfuturetrainee]

I would like to train at a City firm but have no opportunity to move from Leeds where I’m currently based (family reasons). Is it possible for any City firms to fund my GDL and SQE which would both be completed fully remotely?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

I would expect you to be able to do the PGDL anywhere as it is a standaised course.

For the SQE, many firms do not have bespoke courses or ask that you complete the prep course in London. It will only be those with bespoke SQE in-person courses that it may be a problem, and even then with firms who do have a bespoke course, they can show some level of discretion, around this if you explain it is difficult for you to relocate initially.