Bar Skills Course at Northumbria University on FindAMasters.com

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The Bar Skills Course at Northumbria University is a comprehensive programme designed to equip aspiring barristers with the necessary skills and attributes to excel in their careers. Building on the knowledge gained in the Bar Knowledge Course, this immersive and practice-focused course focuses on advocacy, conferencing, drafting, and opinion writing. Taught by experienced barristers and solicitors, you will receive tailored feedback and have access to top-notch facilities, including a mock courtroom and a dedicated law library. With flexible study options available, this programme prepares you for pupillage and a successful career in the legal profession, business, or politics. Entry requirements include a 2:1 honours degree in Law or a Commendation in the GDL.

About the course

The Bar Skills Course is the second step in Northumbria’s alternative barrister training route. The Bar is a demanding profession, and our Bar Knowledge Course and Bar Skills Course give you the flexibility to break your learning down into two separate stages, while still receiving the very best possible legal training.

Building on your learning from successfully completing the Bar Knowledge Course, the Bar Skills Course focuses on giving you the opportunity to develop the skills and attributes you will need to practice at the Bar.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in Law, or a minimum of a Commendation in the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) – or to be on course to achieve this. Applicants with a 2:2 honours degree or a Pass in the GDL will be considered exceptionally on an individual basis, and with appropriate evidence.

Please note academic qualifications must satisfy the requirements outlined by the Bar Standards Board.

All applicants are required to join one of the four Inns of Court before commencing the course.

Please see the programme website for full details.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Bar Skills Course

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