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In Sixth Form, you will be confident in your interests and possible career paths. A career in Law is both competitive and demanding, so it's important that you undertake extensive research to see if it's the right career path for you.
A career in Law is compatible with an interest in History, Politics, Sociology and Law.
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Use UCAS and Unifrog to research the different careers related to law, and the different pathways into your chosen career.
Use UCAS and Unifrog to research the grades you need to study your chosen degree subject.
Regularly check the careers google classroom for any law related opportunities, such as online university lectures or workshops.
Make yourself familiar with the LNAT - the entrance exam required by some universities to study law.
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Visit legal institutions such as the Old Bailey or The Royal Courts of Justice.
Mentor younger students in a related subject, such as Politics or Sociology, as one of your Super Curricular activities - this will demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm to potential universities and employers. Speak to your teachers about this.
Start a law club for your peers or younger students.
Develop commercial awareness by researching the law sector, the sectors you would work with, and the key contemporary issues.
Undertake work experience in a relevant environment, such as a solicitors firm or a magistrates court to demonstrate your interest in these areas.
Attend lecture series in school related law.
Listen to a law related podcast such as Law in Action or Law Pod UK.
Read books, magazines or journals around law, such as Lawyer Monthly or New Law Journal.
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