Applying to Bristol for Law

I'm an incoming Year 13 studying politics, philosophy and psychology. I'm currently predicted A*AA but I have an opportunity to raise my predicted grades in psychology and philosophy in September (I'm mainly focused on philosophy though, as I got an A* in my mock). I'm applying to Bristol to study law for 2025 entry along with Cambridge, Nottingham, Manchester and Leeds. I have very weak GCSEs (876554), however I do have severe extenuating circumstances and intend on filling out extenuating circumstances forms for all of my university choices, as well as making sure my reference includes the details of my circumstances. Cambridge is honestly a long shot, but I think I could have a good chance at Bristol with a good LNAT score and potentially higher predicted grades. I know that Bristol weights your GCSEs: A levels: LNAT in the ratio 20: 40: 40, but I'm not sure what score I personally would need to be a competitive applicant. I'm averaging scores between 29-32 on the MCQ section at the moment and I'm confident in my essay writing ability. My personal statement is quite strong so far, although I'll probably create my final draft in August/September time. What LNAT score should I be aiming for to give myself the best chance of getting into Bristol (and/or Cambridge) and what else can I do to strengthen my application? Any advice you could give me would be greatly appreciated!

Hi. I'm a Bristol Law LLB offerholder - I wouldn't worry about the GCSEs and I'd aim for 27+ on the LNAT if possible for Bristol - not sure about Cam as I didn't apply there. Are you eligble for a contextual offer?

Work experience is a major benefit, get a secondment for the summer and it will help massively!

I have work experience in general surgery but it’s relevant to an area of law that I’m interested in and talk about on my PS. Work experience near me is limited as in London most opportunities tend to be set months in advance. I have a scholarship from a law firm but unfortunately I won’t get work experience with them till next summer, as the programme officially starts in September this year. I do mention my experiences with them though - would this make up for not having any direct legal work experience?

Go to legal events and try looking through young professionals instagram and tiktok page. Prime offer law work experience and you could sign up for some for autumn half term.

Hey guys! I am considering taking history, politics and maths for a levels (possibly a science for fourth subject im rlly not sure but ill end up dropping it after AS year ) Do you guys think this is a good combo considering I am aiming for the top law unis in the UK? This is really stressing me out so please let me know your thoughts! Thank you so much! Also I have heard English lit is a big advantage but I genuinely cannot see myself getting even an A in that lol.

There are no subject requirements to study law at university. Your subjects are fine. I switched from English to politics because I wasn’t interested in the content and had a bigger interest in politics. Politics has challenged me more academically and allowed me to make sense of both the modern world and past events that have contributed to our current state of affairs. It’s a great subject to take if you want to study law, as is history. The subjects you do don’t really matter for top universities, it’s more so the grades you achieve.

Unfortunately, I’ll have sent off my UCAS application by then as I’m applying in early October. However, I’ve been to legal events with the firm I have a scholarship with and did mention this on my PS.

Wow that makes me feel soo much better thank you so much! what would u recommend as my fourth subject? i was thinking chemistry but apparently it is extremely difficult and i want to focus on my main 3 you know? good luck on your journey to study law im sure youll make it !! 😀🔥

Wow that makes me feel soo much better thank you so much! what would u recommend as my fourth subject? i was thinking chemistry but apparently it is extremely difficult and i want to focus on my main 3 you know? good luck on your journey to study law im sure youll make it !! 😀🔥