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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey Sharan, I agree that this question can sometimes be confusing and leave you wondering if there is a "hidden" question within the question. I had success with this question when I treated it like a story in a sense. I first described how I first became interested in law (e.g. a specific...
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    Where to do GDL

    Hi there, From what I have seen, it does not really matter where you do the PGDL from a firm's perspective. Many firms will have preferred providers (i.e. providers that they have contracted with to send their future trainees), but if you are self-funding, a firm is unlikely to view your...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi there, I think it is a good idea to consider a firm's values and the skills that they look for when you fill in the work experience section. If you can tailor your answers to cover the skills that the firm thinks are important, this will help you to demonstrate your understanding of the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi Sachin, It's great that you're looking for ways to improve. After a quick search online, I've found a couple of resources that might be helpful: Assessment Day has some free practice tests, along with a paid option. In my experience, these questions are very similar to the questions asked...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi there, If a firm's application form has a separate section for the PGDL/SQE, I think you should list your PGDL in that section and there is no need to re-list it in the postgraduate section (unless the firm has explicitly asked for it to be listed here). If you have a Master's degree or...
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