We’ve made it to March and suddenly those end-of-year exams don’t seem quite so far away. We thought we’d share our top study tips to help you improve your overall marks - and get a plan in place for uni, and beyond.
What LLB course options should you choose?
Has your uni already started asking you which subjects you want to study next year? We hope that you’re excited about what’s on offer!
Different institutions inform you of your choices in different ways. Perhaps they circulate some documents about it, or maybe they hold an option fair for you to go along and meet academics and students currently following their modules. Whatever the process make sure you engage!
How to be more productive with your time so you can do more than just study
Time management is a critical skill for law students - we all know that the coursework is extensive and the workload can be overwhelming, but it is also a key skill that law firms will be looking for when interviewing. By effectively managing your time, you can ensure that you have enough time to study, complete assignments, and still have some fun.
Why you need to switch long study sessions for short study sessions
As a law student, you know how demanding and challenging your course can be. With a lot of information to learn and retain, it can be tempting to study for hours at a time in an attempt to cover everything you need to know. However, research shows that this approach may not be the most effective method of studying… and it may even lead to burnout and decreased motivation.
Do lawyers need to be able to do maths?
We have lots of students tell us that they hate maths and that they’re no good at it. If that’s you then pause just a minute…. stay with us here. The bad news is that if you want to become a professional lawyer you certainly do need to have a basic level of numeracy. It would be a dreadful idea to tell an employer that you’re hopeless at maths and a very good idea to get yourself upskilled while you’re studying law.
How to get more done as a law student
Do you have that friend who seems to fit in twice as much stuff as everyone else? Somehow, they can get amazing marks for their work (even though they spend less time than anyone else on their assignments), their calendar is always filled with extra-curriculars, and they still have plenty of spare time to go out and socialise with their friends.
It might feel like the only logical explanation for this is that they are just way smarter than everyone else, but the more likely scenario is that they have just honed their time management skills to an expert level. And today we’re showing you how you can do this too.
5 science backed study techniques for acing your law exams
Studying for law exams be extremely challenging, but with the right techniques, you can ace your exams and have fun at uni at the same time In this blog, we'll discuss five effective study techniques that can help you understand and retain information better, prepare for your exams, and ultimately achieve great results.
5 effective study techniques for acing your law exams this summer
Let’s be real - law exams can be REALLY challenging. But with the right techniques, you can smash your exams… and maybe even actually enjoy the process of learning!
In this blog, we're sharing five of our favourite study techniques, that will help you understand and retain information better, prepare for your exams more quickly, and ultimately help you achieve great results.
Do you need a law degree to become a lawyer?
Thinking about a law degree?
How to choose the right Law Masters
Before making an application to study a law masters at postgraduate level, there are many things you need to take into consideration before making the application and also in order to enjoy the full benefits which come with the Masters’ experience. As we are now in the season for LLM applications, in this article I will be providing an overview of my Masters experience and factors you need to think about carefully before making any decision regarding your LLM application.
Why more mentors are needed in the law
One of the best ways to succeed in law is to have a mentor – someone you can turn to for advice and guidance. Mentorship is rarely a formal scheme, which can benefit those with the right connections already. If you can turn to your parents and their friends for their thoughts on how best to apply to a particular law firm or for introductions to successful lawyers, you’re at a huge advantage when compared to the masses applying through conventional means.
Answering problem questions in legal exams
Problem questions will present you with a factual scenario and typically require you to assess the situation from a legal perspective or advise a fictional client.
The best way to answer problem questions is to learn the technique. Examiners will expect you to answer problem questions in a particular way. It’s also useful to learn how to assess problem scenarios as you might come across similar situations in your professional future.
Introducing Answered Squad!
When it comes to getting through your law exams and finding your dream job can feel like the biggest challenge there is. We totally get it. So many questions. So many decisions. It’s overwhelming.
And if there is one thing law students don’t have… is a lot of spare time to be figuring this all out yourself.
That’s why we’ve created the Answered Squad. Want to find out more?
How to answer MCQs
How to write exam answers
Don't let yourself get overwhelmed!
Exam essay questions? Nail them!
Typically essay questions are asking you to choose between two different points of view. Would it be a good idea for the UK to have a written constitution? Should the Human Rights Act be amended? Is trial by jury the best way to secure justice? Make sure you understand which two points of view are before you. Then decide which one you agree with.
Problem exam questions? How to tackle them.
Read the question. We mean REALLY read the question. Take some time to think what it’s trying to test and don’t just leap in to answer it. If you’ve done your work each week and engaged with revision but the question doesn’t seem to relate to anything on the syllabus you’re probably not reading it properly!
What if I don’t have any legal experience?
Aced your degree… check. Aced law school… check.
Ready to apply for law jobs… but no legal experience. So, what can you do?
Future employers going to want to see some legal work experience on your CV, if only to show that you have done your research and are serious about a career in law. But how do you get your foot in the door?