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We can answer all your questions and make things a little easier
Welcome to the UK, thinking of coming to the UK for university? It might be for an undergraduate course or for an LLM or it may be that you want to take the QLTT and transfer your qualifications. Here we have everything you need to take you on a journey from anywhere from pre university all the way to employment.
We profile all over the universities that offer law in all seven types of law course available in the UK. We also have information on living in the UK, the cost of living and lots of information from people who haved moved to the UK to study law.
- International Students
Some helpful advice to make things a little easier…
Every year hundreds of thousands of international students come to the UK to study law. In the period between 2007-2008 there were 16,505 international undergraduate law students in the UK, with more than 11,000 from outside the European Union.
- International Students
What is it going to be like in the UK?
If you are thinking of moving to the UK for your studies you might like to know what it will be like. These useful guides will let you know what you can expect here in the UK providing you with key information and the personal experiences of other international students. Keep coming back because this section is always growing.
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All your routes to a career in law…
It can be difficult to know which route to take so we made this guide to make things easier.
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Which area of law do you want end up in?
There are so many different types of law and lawyer specialising in such a wide variety of different areas of law that there is something for everyone.
Our list of areas of law is always growing. We have provided you with an overview of the area of law plus an insight into that area through our day in life of series. So if you are looking for inspiration or more information take a look.
If you have any questions post them to the forum for the latest advice.
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It won’t be as bad as you think
Many universities require students to have an interview before they are offered a place on a course. It is common for law degree courses (LLB) to require students to have an interview. Before we continue though, for more detailed information on University Interviews, click to see our equivalent section on AllAboutCareers.
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We take a look at the LNAT test and what is required
The LNAT Test, short for the National Admissions Test for Law, a computer-based testing programme, is the entrance examination that various UK universities use to select student for their undergraduate law programmes.
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Looking for personal statement help?!
Tackling the Law personal statement...
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Your university law society is where your career meets your course in the bar for a quick moot. These profiles are written by the law societies themselves letting you know what's going on.
So whether you're looking to find out more about your law society or get to know you representatives a little more this is the place to start.
The Law Society is also a good starting point when you are looking for a university as law societies are often the hub of your academic and social life at university
If you have some suggestions or want to get in touch with other people in this community post your query or suggestions on the forum.
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Coming to UK could be pricey how much and how will you pay for it?
Becoming a solicitor or a barrister may earn you lots of money when you are practising, but the road to becoming one requires quite a lot of spending on your part, especially in these costly times.
- International Students
Some helpful advice to make things a little easier…
Every year hundreds of thousands of international students come to the UK to study law. In the period between 2007-2008 there were 16,505 international undergraduate law students in the UK, with more than 11,000 from outside the European Union.
- International Students
There are seven types of law course for England Wales
Before you can successfully choose a university you really need to know which course is correct for you. It might be also useful to decide which Career Path you would like to take. If you have already decided which path you would like to take it is time to choose an appropriate course.
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The international students perspective
I have chosen to obtain a law degree in the United Kingdom for several reasons. First of all, the United Kingdom has a good worldwide reputation for its academic institutions. These institutions offer degrees recognised all over the world and there are plenty of opportunities for postgraduate studies and career development.
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Everyone says the UK is expensive but how much will it cost?
The UK can be an expensive place to live, especially in London. It is a common misconception (a mistaken belief, or wrong idea) that it has to be very expensive. If you are sensible with your money or your parent’s money it can be possible to live well on a minimal budget.
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Phil decided to avoid the waiting list and still get to law school
Phil Kuca got to law school in Canada by starting law here and then transferring back home into the second year and with competition in Canada being so tough it is definitely a option.
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Hanna tells us her story: from Finland to a City Firm
England habitually underplays its charms, and the same is true for City law firms. But don’t let the humility fool you. Last week I qualified as a solicitor and became an associate in the international arbitration group of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, and it is the best possible career I could have imagined.
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Everyone needs a helping hand once in a while…
Coming study to the UK is not without its hurdles. Whether it is understanding our accents, adjusting to the weather or dealing with the course, all of these cannot be experienced unless you first tackle the UCAS form.
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If only I had known…
A few little things we wish we had known at the time...
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Looking for tips on the LNAT?
Tackling the LNAT...
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Its always better to see what they expect…
When you come to the UK you will be required to apply using an organisation called UCAS - the Universities and Colleges Admission Service and an important part of the application is the personal statement. This is a sample for you to use as a guide, I wouldn't recommend copying it but it is a useful template.
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Deutsch, Francais, Espanol…
I am currently in my second year of Law at the University of Exeter in England and perhaps my experience of studying law is a little different. I remember back in sixth-form when I was applying for Law: having studied German at A level, I knew that at university I wanted to continue and improve my knowledge of the language whilst also knowing I wanted to study Law.
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- Coming to UK could be pricey how much and how will you pay for it?
- Becoming a solicitor or a barrister may earn you lots of money when you are practising, but the road
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Areas of Law
- Which area of law do you want end up in?
- There are so many different types of law and lawyer specialising in such a wide variety of different
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Living in the UK
- What is it going to be like in the UK?
- If you are thinking of moving to the UK for your studies you might like to know what it will be like
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