What you’ll study After a short introductory period, you’ll commence your study of the compulsory subjects. You’ll handle seven realistic briefs (four criminal and three civil) from commencement towards trial throughout the first two terms. Knowledge and skills are taught and learned through the progress of these case studies, as you respond to Instructions to Counsel. Skills amount to around 60%of the BPTC, and are normally taught in a variety of practical contexts to show how skills, once learned, can be transferred. Two options are studied in the final term. You’ll obtain a broad foundation within specialist areas that you can build upon once you have entered the profession. To gain the LLM, you’ll need to complete a dissertation, or undertake practical legal work experience evidenced by the submission of a reflective critical report. There are a number of options available, such as undertaking pro bono activity through our Legal Advice Centre, working for the Citizens Advice Bureau, or carrying out placements within a professional legal setting. Modules Pervasives • Case Preparation and Analysis • Legal Research Knowledge • Civil Litigation and Evidence • Criminal Litigation, Evidence and Sentencing • Professional Ethics Skills • Advocacy • Conference Skills • Drafting • Resolution of Disputes Out of Court • Opinion Writing Options Choose two from the following (subject to availability and demand): • Advanced Civil Practice (Judicial Review) • Advanced Criminal Practice
Assessment There are 12 assessments. All students have a one-to-one feedback session with a tutor prior to each substantive skills assessment. Wherever possible, assessments are set in a practical context. We use actors to provide you with realistic experience of examination-in-chief, cross-examination, and the questioning and advising of clients. You’ll also perform an interim application before a tutor playing the role of judge, who will interject with questions. What’s next? Our dedicated Employability team provide practical sessions, advice and assistance, including advice on pupillage applications and CVs, mock interviews, and details of legal employment opportunities that are available. A number of presentations are given throughout the year, encompassing both practice at the Bar, and alternative careers. You can approach any lecturer for careers advice. All of our teaching staff come from practice, and some retain door tenancies in Chambers. We are able to offer first-hand advice and guidance to students, wherever they wish to practise. To become a practising barrister, you have to undertake pupillage and obtain a tenancy in Chambers. There is enormous competition for pupillages, and mini-pupillages should be considered as early as possible. They give a valuable insight into the life of a barrister, as well as demonstrating a real commitment to the profession. Please note this course can reach its maximum capacity prior to the course start date, which will result in early closure. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Commercial Practice • Employment Practice • Family Practice • Landlord and Tenant
How you’ll study You’ll be taught in small groups in high-quality teaching accommodation, which includes impressive mock courtrooms.
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