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UCAS Law Taster Sessions

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UCAS Free Subject Taster Sessions: Law 

 

Are you thinking about studying Law at university? This week, we are highlighting the FREE UCAS Subject Spotlight sessions, which are a fantastic opportunity to explore different areas of Law and get a taste of what studying the subject at university is really like.

 

These sessions are delivered by university lecturers and academics and are available online, so you can work through them at your own pace. They include interactive videos, activities and quizzes, giving you the chance to explore interesting legal topics beyond what you study in the classroom.

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WHICH LAW TASTER SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE?

There are currently seven Law Subject Spotlights listed on UCAS:

 

1. Covid: The Law and You, The University of Law

Explore how the law responded to the Covid pandemic and the impact of emergency legislation on society. The session considers public law, restrictions on individual freedoms and the effect of Covid rules on our human rights.

 

2. Euthanasia: Should It Be Legalised in the UK?, University of Sunderland

Explore one of the most controversial debates in modern law: should individuals have the legal right to choose when and how they die? The session considers the legal, ethical and personal issues surrounding euthanasia, including consent, medical ethics and real-life cases.

 

3. Policing 101, The University of Law

Discover the history of policing, the key principles behind modern policing and the importance of policing by consent. You will also explore professional policing, the future of policing and consider real-life policing scenarios.

 

4. What Are My Rights If I Am Dismissed by My Employer?, The University of Law

Explore employment law and the legal protection available to employees who are dismissed from their jobs. You will look at unfair dismissal, what makes a dismissal fair and apply your knowledge to a practical scenario involving advising a client.

 

5. Can Poor People Afford Legal Problems?, University of Kent

Explore how poverty can affect an individual's ability to access justice and obtain legal support. The session looks at the availability of legal aid, changes to legal funding and whether the current legal system provides fair access to justice.

 

6. Cyber Crime: How the Law Fights Back, University of Chester

Discover how the law responds to modern cybercrime, including hacking, phishing, identity theft and online fraud. You will explore digital forensics, the role of law enforcement and how legislation is adapting to new technology and artificial intelligence.

 

7. The LGBT+ Community and Law Through Time, Leeds Beckett University

Explore how the law has shaped the rights and recognition of the LGBT+ community throughout history, including the impact of the AIDS epidemic and the persecution of Alan Turing. The session also considers the relationship between law and society, discrimination and the future of LGBT+ legal rights.

 

WHY SHOULD YOU TAKE PART?

If you are considering applying to study Law at university, these sessions are a really useful way to develop your understanding of the subject beyond your A Level or BTEC studies.

They can help you:

  • Develop your legal knowledge: Explore areas of law that you might not have studied in college and develop a wider understanding of legal issues.

  • Demonstrate super-curricular engagement: Show universities that you have taken an interest in Law outside your normal studies and are motivated to develop your knowledge independently.

  • Strengthen your UCAS application: Use what you have learned to provide specific examples of wider reading and academic exploration in your personal statement.

  • Explore university-level study: Get an insight into how university academics teach and approach legal issues, helping you decide whether studying Law is the right next step.

 

You will also receive a certificate of completion, which you can use as evidence of your additional learning and include in your CV or university application.

 

TEACHLAW TOP TIP: Don't just complete the session and move on! Make a few notes about what you learned, any legal issues that interested you and whether the session changed or developed your understanding of the law. These reflections are much more valuable when writing your UCAS personal statement than simply listing activities you have completed.

 

You can record your notes on our free skills tracker

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