Birkbeck vs Royal Holloway for Law: which is better for London careers?
Hi, I’d really appreciate some advice.
I’m currently doing a foundation year at Birkbeck and I have offers to study Law (LLB) at both Birkbeck and Royal Holloway.
I’m based in London and Birkbeck is more convenient (central + evening classes), but I’m unsure about its reputation and opportunities compared to Royal Holloway.
For those studying law or who have experience:
Which one would you choose and why (especially for career prospects in London)?
Thanks a lot.
I’m currently doing a foundation year at Birkbeck and I have offers to study Law (LLB) at both Birkbeck and Royal Holloway.
I’m based in London and Birkbeck is more convenient (central + evening classes), but I’m unsure about its reputation and opportunities compared to Royal Holloway.
For those studying law or who have experience:
Which one would you choose and why (especially for career prospects in London)?
Thanks a lot.
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by MusabNajeebHi, I’d really appreciate some advice.
I’m currently doing a foundation year at Birkbeck and I have offers to study Law (LLB) at both Birkbeck and Royal Holloway.
I’m based in London and Birkbeck is more convenient (central + evening classes), but I’m unsure about its reputation and opportunities compared to Royal Holloway.
For those studying law or who have experience:
Which one would you choose and why (especially for career prospects in London)?
Thanks a lot.
I’m currently doing a foundation year at Birkbeck and I have offers to study Law (LLB) at both Birkbeck and Royal Holloway.
I’m based in London and Birkbeck is more convenient (central + evening classes), but I’m unsure about its reputation and opportunities compared to Royal Holloway.
For those studying law or who have experience:
Which one would you choose and why (especially for career prospects in London)?
Thanks a lot.
Hi @MusabNajeeb ,
Huge congratulations on your offers! As someone who also found it difficult to choose between universities, here are a few factors I considered:
1) Course Structure - while both universities may offer the same degree, the actual syllabus and module breakdown may vary between them. I'd highly recommend doing a deep dive into their websites and module guidebooks to see the specific topics you will be studying each year - if you find one syllabus more appealing than the other, that's certainly one reason to favour that university. You should also make sure to check how the modules are assessed and which may better suit your needs - some universities are more heavily exam-based, for example, while others may favour coursework or group presentation. Although this is unlikely to be a deciding factor (and law firms are more likely to favour strong work experience rather than a perfect academic record), it may be worth considering for your personal enjoyment and interests.
2) Employability - In terms of graduate prospects, I would argue that the university name/reputation itself doesn't have such a significant influence as you might think. Rather, it's more important you choose a university with a strong employability team - this will be hugely valuable once you start making applications for internships and, eventually, graduate positions. For example, I've found the employability team at ULaw incredible for both guiding me through application processes and also connecting me to potential employers. Have a look on each university's website to see what application support they offer, and whether one university may be in a more favourable location for doing work experience than the other. This doesn't have to be legal experience specifically (I got my training contract offer having only done one vacation scheme!) - the skills you can develop through retail, hospitality and commercial roles (such as in business or marketing) will also be highly beneficial to a legal career.
3) Student Experience. To avoid burning out and ensure you have the best time at university, the social side will be just as important as the academic! Though most universities typically have similar core sports teams and societies, there may be some differences between them; you may also find the facilities at each campus vary. I'd highly recommend having a look at each university's website and attending their post-offer visit days to get a proper feel for what student life is like (this can also be an opportunity to check out the local attractions, cafes and any other places of interest!).
Overall, both are excellent options that will open plenty of doors, so take your time to weigh up what matters most to you and trust your gut. Best of luck and let me know if you have any more questions 😊
Holly - PGDL Student
University of Law
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