Throughout the week you will gain insight from guest speakers in various legal professions, including corporate law, criminal law and environmental law. These experts share their experiences, offer career guidance, and provide valuable industry insights.

By participating in real legal tasks, interacting with professionals, and engaging in debates, you will gain first-hand experience of what a career in law involves. This insight can help you determine whether law aligns with your interests and strengths.

You will interact with practising solicitors, barristers, and legal academics. There are opportunities for Q&A sessions, career advice, and mentorship to gain insights into different legal pathways.

We recommend that students bring a notepad and pen to take notes (or a device to write on). In addition, students should bring a water bottle for the day. Students do not need to bring lunch as this will be provided but they might want to bring a couple of snacks to eat throughout the day. Please make sure these snacks are NUT FREE to take into account any students that may have nut allergies. Students on certain programmes such as Computer Science, will need to bring their own device. If you have not got a laptop, one will be provided. A specialised list will be communicated nearer to the time.

The work experience programme will take place in central London, with workshops being held in various locations. Industry placement days will be held in top London firms. Any excursions will take place in London or the surrounding areas. If excursions are held out of London, students will meet at a designated location and travel together.

Students opting for the residential programme will stay in Ramsay Hall, part of the University College London (UCL) campus. Students will stay in single occupancy rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Male and female students will be placed in separate floors.

Students will be able to arrive on the Sunday before the start of the programme. There will be a member of the Study Mind team to greet you. Students will check out on the Friday after the programme has ended. If you would like to book an extra night accommodation (e.g. Friday night), please contact us and we can arrange this for you (dependant on availability).

Students can expect to receive a finalised timetable of their work experience week by the end of May. Students will also receive further information on what to pack/bring and pre-preparation materials by mid June so that they can prepare themselves for the programme and get the most out of their experience.

All sessions are conducted in a secure and structured environment. Our staff members are DBS-checked, and we have clear safeguarding policies to ensure the well-being of all students. Furthermore, if you are staying in accommodation, our leaders are available 24/7 if there are any questions and university security is also on the premises 24/7.

We promote a respectful and inclusive learning environment where all students feel comfortable participating. Our team enforces a strict anti-bullying policy and fosters an atmosphere of mutual respect and collaboration. If you have any concerns throughout the law summer school, our staff will be on hand.

We strive to make the programme accessible for all students. If you require special accommodations, please let us know in advance, and we will tailor the experience to meet your needs.

A dedicated support team is available to assist students throughout the programme. Whether you need academic guidance or personal support, we ensure that help is always accessible.

We are here every step of your application and beyond. After the programme ends, we can provide additional support in LNAT tutoring, university consultations and interview preparation.

Booking is simple! Simply choose your programme length and book through the website. If you have any questions, you can contact us on [email protected] and arrange a call with one of our team. The programme is open to students aged 15-18 and no prior legal experience is required. If students are coming from abroad, they will require a good level of English in order to participate fully.

Traditional placements can be difficult to secure and may not offer structured learning. Our programme ensures every student gets hands-on legal experience, direct mentorship, and interactive learning that closely mirrors real-world legal practice.

We offer a blend of academic excellence, real-world experience, and personalised mentorship. Our structured curriculum ensures students gain practical legal skills, boosting their confidence and university applications.

Our mentors include qualified solicitors, barristers, and law graduates from top universities. They provide expert guidance, industry insights, and tailored support to help students excel.