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What super curriculars should I do for law

My grades previously for GCSEs haven't been great so I am unsure if I will be able to get in to kings for law what can I do to get a better chance of getting in
Currently I am doing
Law society
Model United nations
Bar mock trial
Virtual work experience

Reply 1

Hi, what you’re doing already is really great!
If you get some work experience as well, that would really strengthen your personal statement.
This may seem really difficult at first, but many firms offer experience for those with extenuating circumstances, so it’s worth applying to those.
If none of that applies to you, then write a good cover letter with your CV attached and send it off to 30+ different firms. Many people get work experience like this.
Good luck with your application 🙂

Reply 2

Original post by Arctxrus
My grades previously for GCSEs haven't been great so I am unsure if I will be able to get in to kings for law what can I do to get a better chance of getting in
Currently I am doing
Law society
Model United nations
Bar mock trial
Virtual work experience

Some suggestions:
Free taster courses on websites like Springpod and FutureLearn
University outreach courses (like UNIQ, masterclasses, taster sessions, etc.)
Law essay competitions
Debating
Reading books
Sitting in the Crown Court public gallery and watching cases

However, if your aim is to maximise your chance of an offer, focus on your academics and get some dazzling predicted grades. Hope this is helpful!

Reply 3

Original post by Arctxrus
My grades previously for GCSEs haven't been great so I am unsure if I will be able to get in to kings for law what can I do to get a better chance of getting in
Currently I am doing
Law society
Model United nations
Bar mock trial
Virtual work experience


Yeah, as people are saying, in-person work experience would work well:smile: Otherwise you could do choose from reading legal journals or articles, writing essays about law, and taking some courses on EdX or Coursers.

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