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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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xtinew

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    Question about DLA Piper, applied around September, haven't heard anything back but my mate says they're sending rejections now. My portal says it was last updated 25 November, am wondering if that's a silent rejection?
    Exact same position as you, even down to the day of the update. I have not received any news but I've previously had issues receiving emails. Keeping an eye out for us.
     
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    S87

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    But WG doesn't have to be done before the deadline necessarily - or does it? The way I read it suggests you have five days to complete the test after you submit your application, so the latest someone could complete it is five days from now? Correct me if I'm wrong on that though!
    I do not know because I get so confused..so, I always do it asap. Better be safe than sorry
     
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    Hele25

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    Is it part game based part standard WGT? The email references an aptitude part but not sure if this means standard questions or is just part of the ‘game’!
    I don’t want to give too much away. Have you ever completed the pymetric test for WBD? It’s very similar in style - brain agility/processing speed. Good luck!! :)
     
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