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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi there, Definitely not a deal breaker! Many firms are increasingly moving away from strict A-level requirements, and your 2:1 from law school will carry much more weight in your applications. What matters most is your overall potential, skills, and how you present yourself in applications and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @futuresolicitor2028 Nine applications is more than enough, as the focus should really be on quality over quantity. Spreading yourself too thin across too many applications can actually work against you, because each one should feel unique to the firm and not interchangeable. Take the time...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi Hanzeeb! I’d say the most important experiences to include would be your mini-pupillages and your role within the tech company, since both show different but valuable skills. For the virtual law programmes, you could combine them into one entry under a single section so that it still counts...
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    Begin Again <3 (My TC Journey)

    Hi there, First, I just want to say well done for sharing your journey so openly- and it’s clear how much thought and effort you’re putting into your next cycle. Don’t be disheartened because you’re an introvert, this is not a weakness whatsoever, and the best solicitors don’t all fit in one...
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    Introduction - career changer (former UK university lecturer)

    Hi Will, welcome to the forum, and thank you for sharing your background, it’s really fascinating! Making the leap into law after such a successful academic career is no small step, and I think your experience as a lecturer and published author will stand out as a real asset in applications. The...
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    BBC A-Level Grades, Non Law at RG. First year advice?

    Hi! I’d really encourage you to focus on the future rather than dwelling too much on your A-levels (which I know is easier said than done!). What stands out most from your post is that you already have a clear idea of what you want, and that determination will carry you much further than a...
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    Where to do GDL

    Hi there! As the reply above mentions, most firms do tend to send their future trainees to either BPP or ULaw, but if you’re self-funding then you’ll ultimately come out with the same qualification regardless of where you study. From my own experience doing the PGDL at BPP, one of the most...
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    Seeking Advice on Next Steps After Graduation

    Hi there, and congratulations on achieving a First Class degree, that’s an incredible accomplishment and a strong platform for your next steps. It’s completely normal to feel a bit lost after graduating, but you have more options than you think. Many firms do accept graduates onto vacation...
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    "Why law?" as opposed to "Why commercial law?"

    Hi! “Why a career in law?” is a certainly different from “Why commercial law?” as it’s more about your personal journey, what drew you to the profession, and the experiences that confirmed your interest. This is your chance to tell a unique story that helps the firm get to know you, rather than...

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