The University of Law
What really sets us apart from other universities is the guiding principle that future lawyers and business leaders should learn in a realistic, professional and contemporary context, with plenty of practical interactive engagement. That's why we keep our contact hours high and our teaching groups small. All of our courses are designed with a unique, varied and innovative learning approach proven to deliver self-reliant professionals who can compete in the fast changing professional world. With a focus on developing skills in problem-solving, weighing up arguments, critical thinking and commercial awareness, our courses are designed to prepare you for the real-life challenges of the working world. To find out more about our postgraduate programmes please visit this webpage.
Live opportunities
Future Lawyer Loading Part 1 (Virtual)
Your future legal career as a solicitor doesn't start when you get your first job, it starts now. Develop practical skills, strengthen your applications, understand QWE, explore AI in legal practice and connect with recruiters and trainees across two interactive legal career events to prepare yourself for your future life as a solicitor. Part 1 takes place virtually and will demystify the route to qualification and deliver a live simulation of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). You will also gather tactical advice on securing Qualifying Work Experience (QWE), before hearing unfiltered insights from a live panel of legal recruiters and future trainees.
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Convert to Law
Are you wanting to convert to a career in law from a non-law background? Are you unsure about the legal landscape and the various professions within it? Are you unsure if your non-law degree will successfully convert into law? This live virtual event is specifically designed with non-law students in mind – to help you become a practising lawyer! It will provide you with an insight into career options in the legal sector, the routes to qualification, the recruitment process for graduate positions and how to sell your non-law experience. Featuring a panel of professionals who have converted to law themselves to share their successes, and the chance to network with them after, this is an event not to be missed if you are wanting to convert to law!
VirtualVirtual Postgraduate Open Day
Find out about our SQE, Law Conversion and BPC courses & how they are taught. Meet our support services, current students and employability teams in virtual booths. Learn how we produce the future lawyers that the legal profession and the wider business world want to employ.
VirtualIn Conversation With James Allen
Join us for an insightful session with James Allen, Founder and Director of Counsel. James founded Counsel in 2019, building on extensive experience across the commercial, political and non-profit sectors. Over the past seven years, he has led projects for nearly 100 clients, delivering strategic advice and impactful solutions across a wide range of organisations. In late 2023, he also served as Interim Managing Director of County Durham Sport. Throughout his career, James has held a variety of senior leadership and advisory roles spanning public affairs, governance, communications, research and public policy. Before establishing Counsel, he spent more than six years at the Sport and Recreation Alliance, where he served as Director of Policy, Governance and External Affairs, leading high-profile projects that influenced policy, governance and sector development across sport and physical activity. His previous roles include leading public policy and public affairs activity at the National Council for Voluntary Organisations, serving as Head of Public Services, and advising senior Cabinet Ministers in the UK Government. He has also worked extensively in financial services and the voluntary sector, developing expertise in stakeholder engagement, policy development and organisational leadership. Alongside his executive career, James has significant board-level experience. He has served as a Non-Executive Director at Sport Resolutions UK, where he led the development of a new organisational strategy, and as a trustee of the award-winning charity Disability Sports Coach, overseeing governance. He has also supported numerous charitable and community organisations, including the Bristol Sport Foundation and the Community Foundation of Crystal Palace Football Club. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert in sport governance, public policy and organisational leadership, and gain insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the sport sector.
VirtualReal World Lecture: What Threats Should we be Alert to in Today's Society?
As threats to national security continue to evolve, so too must the laws and policies designed to combat them. This session explores the changing threat landscape in the UK and examines how counterterrorism legislation has adapted over the past two decades in response to emerging risks and security challenges. Since the terrorist attacks in the United States on 11 September 2001 and in London on 7 July 2005, the UK Government has continually strengthened its security and counterterrorism framework. Often introduced in response to emerging threats, successful attacks, or intelligence-led concerns, these measures have significantly reshaped the UK's approach to national security. Beginning with the landmark Terrorism Act 2000, which provided a broad legal definition of terrorism, successive governments have introduced a further ten Acts of Parliament designed to address the changing nature of the threat landscape. This session will examine these legislative developments in detail, exploring their impact, effectiveness, and the challenges they seek to address. We will also consider the emergence of newer and increasingly complex threats, including a range of single-issue extremisms and other forms of harmful activity that may fall outside the scope of existing counterterrorism legislation. Understanding these emerging risks is essential to evaluating whether current laws remain fit for purpose. If you are interested in criminal law and human rights, then this is the event for you.
VirtualThe Human Lawyer
AI is changing the legal profession fast, but there are core skills which many prospective solicitors are missing when coming into the profession.The Human Lawyer is a four-part webinar series designed to help aspiring lawyers build core “human” skills that still set great candidates apart. Hosted by former City lawyer turned business skills trainer and career coach Husnara Begum, the series covers emotional intelligence, communication, networking and personal branding. Attend all four webinars to receive a CV-enhancing certificate of completion and to be entered into a prize draw for a highly sought-after 1-2-1 mentoring session with Husnara.
VirtualNavigating AI: Law, Governance and Responsibility
Join the team at The University of Law and discover how artificial intelligence and legal technology are transforming the professional landscape. This event explores the role of AI and legal tech in both education and industry, equipping you with the skills you will need to thrive in a tech-driven field. Whether you are interested in qualifying as a lawyer, or going in to an adjoining field which uses AI and Legal Tech, join our interactive sessions on AI usage in the classroom, and the competencies future professionals must master. Hear from industry experts in a dynamic panel discussion on governance, ethics, and responsibility in an AI-powered era. Whether you aspire to practice law, work in technology, or innovate within it, this is your opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.
VirtualReal World Lecture: Why do entrepreneurs jump with faulty parachutes?
Consider jumping from a plane knowing your parachute has an 80-90% chance of failure and no backup. Would you still be willing to do it? This short lecture explores the reasons why entrepreneurs take these leaps of faith and how they deal with risk and uncertainty. We will address the illusion of control, understand the unknown unknowns of markets, the anatomy of resilience and case studies where pivots from original plans allow entrepreneurs to stitch the silk while they’re still in the air.
VirtualBar Series Part 2: Pupillage Applications
With the deadline for pupillage applications approaching, this second part of the Bar Series will cover everything students need to know before making their applications. How do you select which chambers are right for you? How can you perfect your legal cv? How can you draft persuasive applications that will progress through the paper sift? How do you stand out at interview? This virtual event will consist of a talk by The University of Law’s Future Pupil Programme Coordinator, James Leech, followed by an opportunity for you to ask any questions you have on the above topics to a panel of experts who are going through pupillage right now!
VirtualReal World Lecture: Why Is Romance Fraud So Difficult to Spot?
Are victims of romance fraud really “gullible” — or are we missing the bigger picture? This engaging and thought-provoking session challenges common assumptions about online dating scams, revealing how offenders use highly sophisticated and emotionally manipulative tactics to deceive their targets. Drawing on real-world cases, the lecture explores why so many people fall victim — and why blaming them is both simplistic and harmful. Perfect for anyone interested in cybercrime, digital investigations, or human behaviour, this session will leave you questioning what you think you know about fraud, trust, and victimisation.
VirtualIn Conversation With Karen Nokes
Join us for an insightful session with Dr Karen Nokes, Lecturer at the UCL Faculty of Laws. Karen joined UCL in 2021 with a wealth of experience from both legal practice and regulation. Admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales in 1992, she began her career in private practice before spending almost two decades with the Law Society and Solicitors Regulation Authority. During this time, she held a number of senior leadership positions, including Head of Practice Standards and Director of Supervision, developing extensive expertise in legal regulation, professional standards and practitioner engagement. Karen’s research is interdisciplinary, drawing on law, management and psychology to explore professional decision making and behaviour. Her interests include access to justice, legal and behavioural ethics, and the psychological processes that influence judgment and decision making in professional settings. She is currently a Co-Investigator on the ESRC-funded project Professional Pathologies, Causal Pathways and the Post Office Miscarriages of Justice, working alongside leading researchers from UCL and the University of Exeter. Holding a PhD in Business and Management from the University of Manchester, an LLB from Cardiff University and a BSc in Psychology from the Open University, Karen brings a unique perspective that combines academic research with extensive real-world experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert at the forefront of legal regulation, professional ethics and decision-making research.
VirtualReal World Lecture: Why is Rap and Drill Music Used in Criminal Trials?
Rap music has increasingly found itself at the centre of debates about criminal justice, freedom of expression, and racial inequality. From restrictions on recording and performing to the use of lyrics as evidence in court, the criminal legal system has often treated rap music in ways that raise important questions about fairness and discrimination. But when artistic expression is used to justify criminal sanctions, where should the line be drawn? In this Real World Lecture, we will explore how rap music has been linked to processes of racialised criminalisation, examining the use of criminal behaviour orders and the admission of rap lyrics as evidence in criminal proceedings. We will consider what research reveals about the risks of these practices, and whether they can be justified in a society that values both justice and freedom of expression. If you are interested in criminal law, human rights, and contemporary social issues, this lecture is for you.
VirtualBar Series Part 3: Chambers, Circuits and Practice Areas
Are you wanting to understand more about the Bar, and its various components? Do you know the differences between the different circuits and practice areas, and what this may mean for you? The final session in our Bar Series, focusing on Chambers, Circuits and Practice Areas will provide everything you need to know on these crucial areas and will allow you to be completely confident ahead of making those all-important pupillage applications in the future. Being held virtually and presented by The University of Law’s Future Pupil Programme Coordinator, you will also get the chance to hear from a panel of pupil and practicing barristers and ask your questions to them.
VirtualFuture Lawyer: Loading Part 2 (In Person - Birmingham)
Join us for Part 2 of our exciting Future Lawyer: Loading events, held in-person at our Birmingham campus. Even if you didn’t attend the virtual Part 1 event, you will still gain a huge amount of skills from attending this event. This evening will include an advanced employability masterclass, where attendees will participate in practical exercises to learn how to successfully apply for QWE and write about their skills, to meet the expectations of a legal recruiter. You will also get the chance to network with regional law firms and hear directly from recruiters about what they look for in applications. Following the event, attendees will be invited to submit their CV for personalised feedback from our award-winning careers team.
BirminghamFuture Lawyer: Loading Part 2 (In Person - Manchester)
Join us for Part 2 of our exciting Future Lawyer: Loading events, held in-person at our Manchester campus. Even if you didn’t attend the virtual Part 1 event, you will still gain a huge amount of skills from attending this event. This evening will include an advanced employability masterclass, where attendees will participate in practical exercises to learn how to successfully apply for QWE and write about their skills, to meet the expectations of a legal recruiter. You will also get the chance to network with regional law firms and hear directly from recruiters about what they look for in applications. Following the event, attendees will be invited to submit their CV for personalised feedback from our award-winning careers team.
ManchesterReal World Lecture: The Tradwife Debate: Rights, Equality and Modern Society
The ‘Tradwife’ movement has gained millions of views online, presenting a return to traditional gender roles as a lifestyle choice. But what happens when personal choice, equality and the law collide? Join us for this thought-provoking Real World Lecture as we explore the rise of the Tradwife movement and the debate surrounding women’s rights, equality and traditional gender roles in modern society. You’ll consider different perspectives, question where individual choice ends and wider concerns about equality begin, and explore how the law responds to changing attitudes towards gender and relationships. Whether you agree, disagree or are still making up your mind, this session will challenge you to think critically, debate the issues and discover how studying Law can help you understand some of today’s most talked-about social questions.
VirtualFuture Lawyer: Loading Part 2 (In Person - Leeds)
Join us for Part 2 of our exciting Future Lawyer: Loading events, held in-person at our Leeds campus. Even if you didn’t attend the virtual Part 1 event, you will still gain a huge amount of skills from attending this event. This evening will include an advanced employability masterclass, where attendees will participate in practical exercises to learn how to successfully apply for QWE and write about their skills, to meet the expectations of a legal recruiter. You will also get the chance to network with regional law firms and hear directly from recruiters about what they look for in applications. Following the event, attendees will be invited to submit their CV for personalised feedback from our award-winning careers team.
LeedsFuture Lawyer: Loading Part 2 (In Person - London Moorgate)
Join us for Part 2 of our exciting Future Lawyer: Loading events, held in-person at our London Moorgate campus. Even if you didn’t attend the virtual Part 1 event, you will still gain a huge amount of skills from attending this event. This evening will include an advanced employability masterclass, where attendees will participate in practical exercises to learn how to successfully apply for QWE and write about their skills, to meet the expectations of a legal recruiter. You will also get the chance to network with regional law firms and hear directly from recruiters about what they look for in applications. Following the event, attendees will be invited to submit their CV for personalised feedback from our award-winning careers team.
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