Can I do a vacation scheme at one firm but apply to a TC at a different firm?

If yes, would there be any issues to it? As it’s a bit early to decide your long term firm you’re going to work at.

No, you can do a vacation scheme at one firm and apply to a TC at a different firm. VacSheme are good legal experience to showcase your interest but you are not bound to it. Some people do multiple VacSchemes and end up in a totally different firm for TC.

Thank you very much! I was worried that I had to decide in y2 the firm i’m going to work in the long run. If you don’t mind me asking, what’s the route to becoming a solicitor, in terms of when you song to training contacts and the SQE? Like what year of study/month?

Assuming you are in y2, I think you are on the right track, I am not sure I understand your question, someone has already answered (I hope it answers your question). But, more generally with regard to your career, I found that using one platform with all the resources I need is the way to go, My favourite has been The Commercial Law Academy, they have everything you would with regard to your journey into the legal industry. They offer free content as a sample for you to assess whether it would suit you. Feel free to check them out, if you are interested, I know the owner so if you want I can check for discounts on their subscription (just message me).