Hello guys,
I have a question regarding GDL/LPC and training contracts.
As far as I know, getting a TC at a commercial firm is next to impossible for those with low GCSEs/A-levels. So what I am asking for below doesn't include TCs at those places (so no need to tell me I am a lost cause for the high end firms, I know it).
Onto my background: I am not British and since my high school qualifications weren't equivalent to A-levels, I had to do an international foundation year to meet the undergrad entry requirements (that was 4 years ago). I got AAA for the core modules and another A* for English (foundation had 4 modules overall), after which, I got into the university of Manchester. I graduated (this year) with a 2:1 (65%) in Economics.
Now, I do not get UCAS points for the foundation course or for any of my other qualifications. In effect, I have 0 UCAS points.
In addition, I have nothing much on my CV... I speak 2 foreign languages (+ English obv) and have worked in my father's business for 3 years after graduating from high school (then I came to the UK for my foundation, etc, etc). That's it.
Finally, my question is: is it worth doing a GDL? or is there no chance for me to get a training contract after graduating? (means I probably shouldn't bother) I most likely won't get any funding for the LPC but that's not a huge concern for me. My only concern is that I have a very unstable academic performance prior to my foundation year and since I have no outstanding CV (my degree isn't impressive either) to make up for it, there is very little chance of me securing any kind of a training contract in the future.
I should also say I receive DSA because of various mental health problems (I wasn't diagnosed in high school so I can't use it for mitigating circumstances).
Lastly, if you could also give me some tips on how to enhance my CV in case you think I actually do have a chance for a career in Law (as a solicitor, not a barrister ofc!), I'd appreciate it.
Thanks and my apologies for the essay you had to read... (I wanted to be precise)