Tag: Law Schools
My SQE1 experience – and advice for those preparing to sit it
BPP student ambassador Sarina Yamahata reflects on the SQE study strategy that helped her secure a successful result
Non-law students: why conversion courses remain a ‘crucial’ stepping stone to becoming a lawyer
Phyllida Roberts, head of law conversion courses at ULaw, shares her advice for non-law students preparing for a legal career
Cracking SQE2: What you really need to succeed
From legal secretary, to employment lawyer, to SQE senior tutor, Joanne White has seen it all. We sat down with BARBRI’s SQE2 lead to hear her top tips for success
What makes Gen Z lawyers different? Insights from a legal educator
Charlotte Wanendeya, Head of Law at BPP (London) discusses dealing with generational conflict in the workplace and how employers can best support Gen Z lawyers
How to break into a US law firm — without leaving the UK
Claire Flores, head of student sales at BARBRI, discusses qualifying via the SQE, the global appeal of US law firms, and how aspiring solicitors can stand out in a competitive market
Queen Mary partners with Barbri to offer SQE-ready LLMs
Prep built in
From apprentice to City associate via the SQE
BCLP’s Bradley Fisher shares his experience
Tackling the SQE as a mature student and career-changer
BPP student Samantha Howlett discusses her finding the right firm, balancing apprenticeship and parenthood, and her insider advice for acing SQE1
The benefits of studying while working – my SQE journey
BPP student Charlotte Marshall discusses distance learning, qualifying work experience and why she values flexibility
Essential advice for aspiring barristers from a bar course leader
Beverley Dawes, head of the Bar Practice Course at ULaw, offers her advice on getting work experience, dealing with rejection and acing interviews
Why is Newcastle a top destination for law students?
Campus ambassador at The University of Law, Poppy Baverstock gives an insight into life on campus, her favourite study spots and the best things about studying in northern city
Watch now: Why is the SQE so hard to pass?
BPP award leader Allison Banks joins successful SQE candidates to discuss the challenges
Beyond SQE: The must-have skills to thrive as a junior lawyer
Andrea Spears discusses the differences between academic life and legal practice and how BARBRI aims to bridge this gap
Leeds uncovered: A law student’s insider guide
ULaw student Lewis Francis shares insights on campus life, the perks of studying in Leeds, and how he stays busy outside his studies
How to secure a training contract: insider tips from a careers expert
A quick-fire Q&A with Kerry Smith, careers consultant at The University of Law
Top 10 places for Glasgow, Bristol, Edinburgh, and Nottingham in latest law school rankings
Cambridge takes top spot
UCL and Glasgow beat Oxford in latest law school rankings
Cambridge takes top spot
World law school rankings: Top 20 spots for Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL, King’s and Edinburgh
Harvard takes the crown -- again
Top 10 places for Glasgow, Bristol, Warwick and Queen’s Belfast in latest law school power list
Oxford takes top spot again
Top 10 places for Leeds, Queen’s Belfast and Warwick in latest law school rankings
Russell Group unis secure all but one of the top 20 spots
World law school rankings: Top 20 spots for LSE, UCL, King’s and Edinburgh
Harvard beats Oxbridge -- again