TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[DavidJC]

NRF WVS post-VI PFO, at least I'm coming to the end of my flu, so onwards and upwards!

 

[Happy Law Student]

Has anyone heard back from P,W since the first few AC invitations were released?

 

[jacksollaf]

any one know their linklaters Watson glasser score

I sent an email asking for it, but never got a reply... sent it oct 10... Although last year they sent it the next day so they might've change policies...

 

[jacksollaf]

Does anyone know if OC give you scores/feedback for their test or if you have to wait until the deadline?

I never received mine after taking the test; but the second part of it, the deductive part, is criminal... I really don't see how that's going to help them get to know us more...

 

[johnsmith]

I never received mine after taking the test; but the second part of it, the deductive part, is criminal... I really don't see how that's going to help them get to know us more...

I don't think they issue a report - the second part was really tough based on the time limit. I'm so glad I did the practice test, but still didn't finish all the questions.

 

[SamiyaJ]

Has anyone heard back from P,W since the first few AC invitations were released?

Nope. Hoping I’ll be considered for the spring scheme as I applied for both winter and spring 🤞🏽

 

[WiddyJ]

how long did it take for everyone to get the DLA WG? Applied a couple weeks ago and have heard nothing, wondering if it’s a PFO

 

[BealMcAlly]

I sent an email asking for it, but never got a reply... sent it oct 10... Although last year they sent it the next day so they might've change policies...

I reckon follow up. I got mine back and then requested last year's score and they were quick to send that too.

 

[Amgrad]

Nope. Hoping I’ll be considered for the spring scheme as I applied for both winter and spring 🤞🏽

Is it allowed? I thought only one app per cycle is allowed for the Vac Scheme, whilst the OD can be multiple.

 

[SamiyaJ]

Is it allowed? I thought only one app per cycle is allowed for the Vac Scheme, whilst the OD can be multiple.

I have no idea but it allowed me to select multiple VS. Maybe I’ve lost the ability to read so won’t get considered 😂

 

[SamiyaJ]

I have no idea but it allowed me to select multiple VS. Maybe I’ve lost the ability to read so won’t get considered 😂

I just checked my apps and last cycle I also applied for 2 schemes- spring and summer together and got an SJT invite

 

[Amgrad]

I have no idea but it allowed me to select multiple VS. Maybe I’ve lost the ability to read so won’t get considered 😂

Oh gosh, I was shocked as I couldn't do that on the form since it allowed me to select one VS only. Will they open online OD soon? I saw threads from last year that they opened it, especially for those based abroad and local who got rejected.

I don't bother for PFO as it was my first app ever for VS and the only winter one. I felt it was not outstanding app like the rest which I put more effort on them

 

[TCchaser]

Spoke to Milbank today at a uni law fair, they said the assessment is basically an SJT and no VI

 

[Jennifer2003]

Has anyone got any insights or advice into the taylor wessing test? Need to do it today and feeling a bit nervous!!

 

[a0]

Spoke to Milbank today at a uni law fair, they said the assessment is basically an SJT and no VI

Oh thank goodness 😭

 

[SamiyaJ]

Oh gosh, I was shocked as I couldn't do that on the form since it allowed me to select one VS only. Will they open online OD soon? I saw threads from last year that they opened it, especially for those based abroad and local who got rejected.

I don't bother for PFO as it was my first app ever for VS and the only winter one. I felt it was not outstanding app like the rest which I put more effort on them

Weird!

Oct OD deadline has passed, but deadline for Nov OD is 2 Nov

 

[johnsmith]

Has anyone got any insights or advice into the taylor wessing test? Need to do it today and feeling a bit nervous!!

It's quite intense, you need to work quickly, if you aren't sure though don't waste lots of time on a question. Good luck with it - you've got this!

 

[Amgrad]

Weird!

Oct OD deadline has passed, but deadline for Nov OD is 2 Nov

Ikr, I saw their FAQs state if you can apply one VS and multiple ODs, maybe it's outdated like Weil. I didn't quite remember exactly why I can select one only.

I find all hires form is not as handy as vantage as well, so it's more time consuming while fill that all.

I just presume for PFO, not yet to get it actually because I was holding back, but I better to move on! Times fly fast.

Also, I can't register for any In-person OD atm.

 

[SamiyaJ]

NRF PFO post VI. Expected but sucks

I see that I’m eligible to reapply within this cycle, so assuming I don’t have to do the arctic shores again? Hello summer app 💀

 

[noahsmiit01]

Yes they do! The first test and the application form are a combined Stage 1, and you need to pass Stage 1 to receive the 2nd test. Congrats!

Hm.. tbf I doubt they've reviewed the applications before sending out the 2nd test. It seemed automatic to whoever passed their benchmarks for that long Stage 1 test.