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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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AvniD

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got my rejection today which sucks. gutted and losing hope tbh
I'm sorry you're feeling this way. Taking a break for a while should help refocus and process your disappointment though. We're here for you on the forum- just give us a shout if we can ever help with anything.
 
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as-above-so-below

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If I did my Freshfields WG two weeks ago (final year student here, applied for TC 2024) and I still haven't heard back should I start crying myself to sleep? Considering they're still handing out WG invites I guess I can postpone the pity party?

Also to ask again how did you all see your WG results? Someone asked in the thread before but I didn't see anyone answering it.
 
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If I did my Freshfields WG two weeks ago (final year student here, applied for TC 2024) and I still haven't heard back should I start crying myself to sleep? Considering they're still handing out WG invites I guess I can postpone the pity party?

Also to ask again how did you all see your WG results? Someone asked in the thread before but I didn't see anyone answering it.
Nooo please don't worry. I did mine way earlier than you I only heard back today lol. I did mine around 24 Jan. Also don't stress about WG scores. Last year I scored in 98th percentile on WG but still failed after because I think they re-examine your application again and I guess it depends on competition. I know people who scored lower on the WG (like around 80s) and they got invited to the AC. So it's more to do with your app I'm guessing.
 

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    Has anyone been through Brabners application process who wouldn’t mind me asking a couple of Qs? 😇

    it (on paper) looks quite extensive compared to others so just want to get an idea of the process before applying
     
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