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Southampton law 2025

I would like to know if Southampton has good job prospects and would be seen as a respected to law firms
If any Southampton students who have gotten any placements and if the uni was helpful in regards to that??
I would also like to know about the diversity coming from an African background?
[sorry for so many questions :smile: ]
Hi,

So, I am not a law student myself. But, I can tell you the university does offer alot of opportunities to gain experience in law which would be useful for a finding a job at a law firm. For example, there are a variety of societies such as the Laws Society and the Mooting Society. You can take part in a range of competitions. There's also the opportunity to do Pro-Bono work for the local community.The Careers Department is also useful. They have had a week dedicated to Law where people who work in the law profession come in and give talks. They also have had Law Alumni Panel as well as a Law Careers Fair. The Careers Department also provides alot of support with applications. For example, with writing CVs, cover letters, interview tips, how to find graduate jobs etc. They do also help with finding placements. They also advertise internships - there are ones related to law.

With regards to diversity, the university is highly diverse. There are people from all across the world. There is the opportunity to connect with people from the same background as you, through societies at the student union. For example the student union at Southampton has an African and Caribbean Society. They organise alot of socials and events.

I am not sure what year group you are in (or where you are in the application process), but I would highly recommend you attend an offer holder day (if you have already received an offer) or an open day. There, you will be able to talk to current law students who may be able to tell you about their experience of finding a placement and of the course. In addition, you will be able to get a feel for the campus and see how diverse the student body is. The offer holder days are held early in the year (if you have an offer, you should have been emailed the details) while the open days are held in the summer and in the autumn.

Hope this helps,
Gulcin
Student Ambassador
(edited 1 month ago)
Original post by Anonymous
I would like to know if Southampton has good job prospects and would be seen as a respected to law firms
If any Southampton students who have gotten any placements and if the uni was helpful in regards to that??
I would also like to know about the diversity coming from an African background?
[sorry for so many questions :smile: ]

Hi ,
I am currently in my 2nd year studying law at the university of Southampton. Regarding you first question, Yes its a Russell group university , would be seen as respected to all the law firms , however the main focus will always be on you grades , in terms of placement , are you referring to a placement year , which took place during uni? or securing a place at a law firm after university? In terms of placement year during university , for law it is quite rare as law firms prefer you 2 start working post graduation , however if you are interested university provided help. In terms of job after uni , yes as university provided help throughout , by hosting different career fair and talks, and most of the student successfully secures a training scheme by the time they are in 3rd year. Lastly about diversity, the law school itself is broadly diverse, we have several law society such as "Black law society , lawyers without boarders society. Bar society" etc. Throughout the year these societies host different event like workshop for certain skills, or even inviting people from prestigious law firms to give a talk so there's always opportunities for everyone. I hope this helps, if you have any other specific questions please don't hesitate to ask.
Nusaba (2nd year Law)
Student Ambassador.
(edited 1 month ago)

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