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KING'S COLLEGE LONDON: FREE ONLINE LAW LECTURE SERIES

 

Are you thinking about studying Law at university or considering a future career as a solicitor or barrister? This week's Future Legal Minds opportunity is one you won't want to miss!

 

King's College London (KCL) is one of the UK's leading universities, based in the heart of London. It is a prestigious Russell Group university, known for its academic excellence, world leading research and strong reputation in the legal profession.

 

KCL is offering law students the opportunity to take part in their free online lecture programme and this is a fantastic opportunity. 

 

WHAT IS THE ONLINE LAW LECTURE SERIES?

King's College London is offering a FREE national online programme that has been designed to give students an insight into what it is really like to study Law at university and explore the different careers available within the legal profession.

 

The programme is delivered by King's academics, university admissions staff, current student ambassadors and legal professionals, giving you the opportunity to learn directly from people who study, teach and work in law.

 

WHAT WILL YOU ACTUALLY DO?

The programme includes a series of live online lectures covering core academic legal topics, alongside sessions exploring:

 

• What it is like to study Law at university.

• The university application process and what admissions teams are looking for.

• The LNAT (Law National Admissions Test) and how it fits into the application process.

• Different career opportunities within the legal profession.

• The experiences of current law students and legal professionals.

 

There will also be live Q&A sessions each week, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about studying law and working in the legal sector.

 

WHEN AND HOW WILL IT RUN?

The 2027 programme will run from January to March 2027, with live online sessions taking place on Thursday evenings after school.

 

All sessions will be delivered through Zoom Webinar, so you can take part from home using a computer, tablet or mobile phone. You don't need to travel to London to benefit from this opportunity!

 

WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU DEVELOP, AND WHY ARE THEY USEFUL?

Taking part in this programme will help you develop some of the skills that are essential for a future career in law, including:

 

• Critical thinking: Learning to consider legal issues, examine different arguments and develop your own conclusions.

• Academic understanding: Exploring legal topics beyond your A Level syllabus and developing a deeper understanding of how law works.

• Communication: Listening to legal professionals, asking questions and developing confidence when discussing legal issues.

• Independent learning: Engaging with university level lectures and taking responsibility for developing your own legal knowledge.

• Career awareness: Understanding the different routes into the legal profession and the qualifications and experience you may need.

 

These skills are particularly useful if you are considering studying Law at university, as university level law involves independent research, analysing complex legal issues, evaluating arguments and communicating your conclusions clearly.

 

If you are considering a legal apprenticeship instead, these skills are equally valuable. Solicitors and barristers need to analyse information, communicate effectively, solve problems and apply legal knowledge to real-life situations. The programme will also help you explore different career routes and understand what employers may be looking for.

 

WHO CAN APPLY?

The programme is open to students who, as of September 2026, are in Year 11, Year 12 or Year 13, or taking a gap year before applying to university.

 

You must currently attend, or have most recently attended, a state funded (non-fee-paying) school. Students attending selective schools must also meet at least one additional widening participation criterion.

 

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

Applications for the 2027 programme are NOW OPEN!

 

You can apply directly using the link below.

 

 

TEACHLAW TOP TIP: Keep a record of the lectures you attend and make notes on the legal topics you find interesting or challenging. Reflect on what you have learnt and any areas that you would like to explore further. You can use these experiences in your UCAS personal statement, university interviews or legal apprenticeship applications to demonstrate your genuine interest in Law beyond your A Level studies.

 

You can record your notes on our free skills tracker

 

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore university level law, learn from leading academics and legal professionals, and start building your knowledge and experience as a future lawyer!