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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you Jessica!! I am definitely leaning towards the easter sheme.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, just wondering if anyone has any thoughts. I have been offered the choice between a week long easter scheme vs a two week summer scheme at a London firm. For context, the summer scheme overlaps with my graduation which I don't yet have a specific date for, i just know that it will be...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    same, felt so disheartening!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi - there is a second stage which is an interview for OC!! I think they send out offers once the AC's have been completed. I had mine today too!! Good luck
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    its all individual on the first phase :) good luck!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I'm the same, such a shame because I'd rather just know if its a rejection!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It's not been sent out yet! Its sent after the applications, deadline is the 31st :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Ahh congratulations!! I've still not heard back post-VI but my friend got rejected from Manchester last week. I applied for London. Not sure what to think now?!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    hi, when did you hear about the AC invite? and which office?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    where did you hear about this date?

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