Kate Robertson is our adviser for Law. Use the following resources to explore options with a degree in Law. If you would like further advice, please see our advice and guidance options.
English Law
| What can I do with my degree? - Law (Prospects) |
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This article provides an overview of the skills gained throughout your degree, job options, career areas, further study, case studies, contacts and resources. |
| School of Law UG destination information (2022-23; 2021-22; 2020-21) |
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Data on what School of Law undergraduates were doing 15 months after they finished their studies.
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| What Do Graduates Do? (UK) |
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Find out what graduates in your subject went on to do after graduation. This survey is carried out nationally every year.
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| Sample CV - legal experience |
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This is a sample CV for an LLB student applying for legal work experience.
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| Law Society for England and Wales |
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The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and others, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors across England and Wales. Website includes searchable database of member firms with an advanced search for those approved to offer training contracts. |
| Developing commercial awareness |
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Resources to help you understand what commercial awareness is and how you can demonstrate on your applications that you have developed this skill. |
| Grow Mentoring |
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Programme for aspiring lawyers to receive 1:1 mentoring from a legal professional. |
| Chambers Student |
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Useful articles for exploring careers in Legal Services. |
| Legal 500 - research recommended law firms worldwide |
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Search recommended law firms worldwide using location and areas of specialism. Vital resource for researching areas of law and law firms to apply to. |
| Areas of legal practice information (Chambers) |
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Information on what working in specific areas of legal practice involves. There is also useful information on issues currently affecting each practice area. |
| University of Law (for legal study in England and Wales) |
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Careers information and details of courses offered by the College of Law (PgDL/CPE and LPC)in England & Wales |
| Law school 2.0 |
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A community of legal professionals and legal students organising events and initiatives to promote technology-focused practices in the legal profession. |
| Solicitors Pro Bono Group - lawworks.org.uk |
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Information for students interested in pro bono work. |
| LLMstudy.com |
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Advice on LLM/Master of Laws applications together with a comprehensive course search of all LLM programs taught in English worldwide. |
| The successful law student: an insider's guide to studying law |
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Advice on how to maximise the value of your law degree throughout your studies.
This book is available to borrow from the Sir Duncan Rice Library. Please check the library catalogue for details. |
Looking for career options with your degree subject?
Here are some areas you might be interested in:
- Ancillary Legal Professionals
- Barristers and Advocates
- Human Resources, Recruitment and Training
- Politics and Government
- Public Health and Consumer Protection
- Solicitors
- Taxation
Don't forget that many graduate jobs are open to people from any degree subject. If you want to find out more, have a look at our Explore your options section or speak to one of our Careers Advisers.