Applying with AAA predicted for Law at London universities

Hi everyone, I am currently predicted AAA whilst also doing EPQ and Core Maths, I achieved 9-7s in my GCSEs, currently also part of the Sutton Trust Pathways to Law programme with LSE.

I am applying to London universities for commuting reasons. I really want to go to LSE and do Law there and I'm interested in both Pure Law and also Law and Anthropology which they also offer and I am not sure which one to apply to or to apply to both.

I am aware LSE law is highly competitive with a standard offer of A*AA which I do not meet but I do meet their contextual offer (AAB) due to the program. Idk if they first check me against the standard entry requirements and reject me if I don't meet them or do they recognise I'm contextual and assess me using the contextual offer instead.

On the other hand, Law and Anthro has a slightly lower standard offer (AAB) and contextual (ABB) which feels like the safer bet but Pure law just seems more prestige ig. Or can I apply to both without my chances being hurt if I do, which is what I am leaning towards.

With regards to the other universities I am considering: Queen Mary (A*AA) but can I get in with my AAA predicted; City (ABB), UCL/KCL; Royal Holloway. Another approach I am thinking of is because some of these universities are LNAT-dependent, once I sit the exam and could use the Jindal method to find my result early and depending how it goes I could alter my choices?

Ik this is quite long but any advice will help me so much as I have been struggling to make a decision I won't regret.

whilst also doing EPQ and Core Maths
I'd suggest that you drop both of these right now and just focus on your 3 A levels. If you are aiming at LSE etc you will need A* grade expectations and taking extra-stuff that you don't need will impact your time, energy and stress levels.

Hi everyone, I am currently predicted AAA whilst also doing EPQ and Core Maths, I achieved 9-7s in my GCSEs, currently also part of the Sutton Trust Pathways to Law programme with LSE.
I am applying to London universities for commuting reasons. I really want to go to LSE and do Law there and I'm interested in both Pure Law and also Law and Anthropology which they also offer and I am not sure which one to apply to or to apply to both.
I am aware LSE law is highly competitive with a standard offer of A*AA which I do not meet but I do meet their contextual offer (AAB) due to the program. Idk if they first check me against the standard entry requirements and reject me if I don't meet them or do they recognise I'm contextual and assess me using the contextual offer instead.
On the other hand, Law and Anthro has a slightly lower standard offer (AAB) and contextual (ABB) which feels like the safer bet but Pure law just seems more prestige ig. Or can I apply to both without my chances being hurt if I do, which is what I am leaning towards.
With regards to the other universities I am considering: Queen Mary (A*AA) but can I get in with my AAA predicted; City (ABB), UCL/KCL; Royal Holloway. Another approach I am thinking of is because some of these universities are LNAT-dependent, once I sit the exam and could use the Jindal method to find my result early and depending how it goes I could alter my choices?
Ik this is quite long but any advice will help me so much as I have been struggling to make a decision I won't regret.

Hi @aymanulh0001,
I studied my undergraduate degree in anthropology and am now doing a law conversion course, so I might be able to help here!
Firstly, as someone who holds a training contract offer, I want to stress that having a 'pure law' degree over a non-law degree is not necessarily an advantage when applying for future legal roles. What matters most are the transferrable skills you bring (problem-solving, research and communication skills are key!), your commercial awareness and ultimately you possessing a passion to become a lawyer - you can have this no matter what degree you study.
So when it comes to choosing between Law and Law + Anthropology, you should only be considering which course you personally would enjoy more, what skills each could offer you and, of course, which has entry requirements better suited to your current predicted grades. As you say, you always have the option of applying to both courses, so the first two considerations will be key when deciding which course you eventually want to make your firm offer.
Personally, I found studying anthropology helped me to develop strong critical evaluation skills, open-minded thinking and an understanding of how practices and values vary across societies - I think this really set me apart in my applications for vacation schemes in my final year (and it also was genuinely refreshing and interesting to study the subject).
I'll end by noting that if your aspiration is to become a lawyer, you don't actually need to have a law degree - you could always study anthropology by itself, and pursue a one-year law conversion course afterwards, if you wanted. However, if you already find law interesting and know for certain that you'd like to study it for three years (which it seems like you do!), the next steps here are deciding whether you want to keep it broad with a joint honours degree, or focus exclusively on law. Hopefully the advice above helps you when making this decision ☺️
Good luck!
Holly
PGDL Student

Hi aymanulh0001
Royal Holloway could be a fantastic choice for you. We’re part of the University of London, so you’ll still benefit from that wider network and prestige, but with a more supportive and close-knit community. Our Law School is highly regarded for its teaching quality and student experience, and we offer plenty of opportunities to get involved in mooting, pro bono work, and networking with legal professionals. The department is in the Top 20 in the UK for graduate prospects (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2025), which says a lot about where it can take you.
If you're thinking about commuting, you're not alone. Many of our students decide to commute and there's lots of support to make it work. You can read more about student life for commuters on our website
I'd recommend chatting to current students for their insight. You can chat to current Law student, Alexandra, about her experience of the Law course here, and Delilah, a commuting student, for more details about managing your studies with travelling here
I hope this gives you more of an idea about what we can offer. Let me know if you've got anymore questions 🙂
Royal Holloway, University of London Official Rep

Hi Holly,
Thank you so much for replying and your advice. It is really reassuring to hear that a pure law degree isn't the only route to a successful legal career and that transferable skills and passion matter just as much. It made me more confident in applying to law and anthropology just as much as pure law now and has made more more excited to study it too.
Best of luck with your course and congratulations with your training contract!