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  1. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I have, but I think it's based on working days, so maybe that's why?
  2. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is the NRF test automatic? I am under the impression it is a second stage, but I just wanted to verify.
  3. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    did you get a confirmation email before the feedback?
  4. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just done it, no confirmation or feedback yet
  5. mg42guy32

    67% overall in Physics with inconsistent module grades - Likelihood of US/MC/SC?

    Hi @Ram Sabaratnam, Thank you for the insight. This is a great relief! I was incredibly worried by the US and MC firms being strict on grades (I know S&M are, but I have no intention of applying there anyway). For why law, I have developed what I believe to be a strong narrative and...
  6. mg42guy32

    67% overall in Physics with inconsistent module grades - Likelihood of US/MC/SC?

    Hi Everyone, I'm a 2025 Physics graduate out of a Durham/Warwick/UCL uni with a 2:1 (67%) overall and was wondering if I had any chance of a Vacation scheme with firms like FF, W&C, HSF, Goodwin, Ashurst, NRF and Covington with my very inconsistent grade profile or if I'm out of luck haha First...
  7. mg42guy32

    Firms that are harsher with grade requirements - list

    Cleary Gottlieb requires a 68%+ and a minimum of 65% in each module according to their early recruitment team. Ashurst require a strong 2:1 NRF 67% minimum LInklaters generally require 60% minimum in all modules
  8. mg42guy32

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey I’ve passed all of the ones I’ve done so far and get about 75%+ if anyone would like to PM me?
  9. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m likely in the same position (final year non law) but I would try and see if there’s any legal or useful work experience you can do during the summer instead. For example I applied to this project with my university where I work with global universities to find solutions for non profits and...
  10. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anything from Faegre still?
  11. mg42guy32

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Have you heard anything since submitting Faegre at all?
  12. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I don’t know anyone invited either but it should be hopefully be alright!
  13. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    any interviews from Faegre?
  14. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I haven’t yet; I’m not sure if that’s good bad or means nothing haha
  15. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Congrats! Could I ask you a couple qs about how you answered the application questions? I’d like to improve my own understanding of Links since this is my first full cycle as a STEM tudent
  16. mg42guy32

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Neither I still have not received an update or a PFO
  17. mg42guy32

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Did you receive a feedback report for the online assessment?

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