In this episode, recent alumnus Ben Weisz is joined by Leah Vaghela, co-founder of My Law Solicitors and a specialist in employment law. Leah studied her LLB and LPC at the University. Leah discusses the reasons behind setting up her own firm, managing her career whilst raising children, and how sitting down for an extra hour with a client can some…

A senior politician and former Justice Secretary, Michael Gove, delivers a blistering attack on the whole criminal justice system as badly managed - from the police service through to the courts. Michael Gove's comments come in an interview on our new podcast series, “The Lord Chancellors: Where Politics meets Justice” hosted by journalist Frances …

In this episode, LLB student Alex Gill talks with Psychology lecturer Dr Jonny Dudley who shares his journey into the field of forensic psychology. Jonny shares insight into his previous studies and work within the prison system and what he learnt through the experience; explains what forensic psychology is all about; and the advice he would give s…

When he was Lord Chancellor, Lord Falconer was responsible for ushering in constitutional reforms that abolished the role of Lord Chancellor as head of the judiciary; set up a Supreme Court and a judicial appointments commission. The changes were hugely controversial at the time - not least because judges were not consulted on them in advance. Lord…

In this episode, LPC/SQE Programme & Student Lead, Elizabeth Farrell, is joined by LLM student Andy Lee who shares his experience of studying for the SQE 1 exam having passed with one of the highest scores. Andy discusses the structure of the exams, his preparation, what he learnt from the process and advice he would give to students beginning thei…

In celebration of Dyslexia Awareness Month, in this episode Student Learning Development Manager for neurodiversity, Ruth Le Duc, is joined by Senior Lecturer Andrew Grice, who shares his story to becoming an entrepreneur and lecturer, and provides some tips and key learning resources. Despite leaving school early and eventually getting a diagnosis…

In this episode, Mental Health Advisor Jessica Massie is joined by LLB student Susana Kyei, who shares her experience as an international student. Despite initial nerves, Susana joined multiple societies and founded the Women in Suits Society, which celebrates women in law. Susana reflects on moving to a new country, managing her studies, making fr…

In this episode, Head of Pro Bono Amanda Crutchley is joined by SQE student Andrew Lee to discuss obtaining qualifying work experience (QWE). Andrew and Amanda talk about what QWE entails and share advice and tips on securing work experience and what to expect when applying.Av The University of Law

In this episode, Clubs and Society coordinator Emily Lewis is joined by BPC student Joy Elson, who currently works as a Legally Qualified Disability Advocate for social enterprise, PIP Professionals. Joy shares her journey to studying law, achieving the Anthony Walker and CPS Scholarships, and how this inspired her to a career in law and promoting …

In this episode, LLB student Alex Gill, is joined by our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, to discuss his role, his passion for computer science and the different career opportunities studying computer science can bring.Av The University of Law

In this episode, Fintech Commercial Lawyer Shubby Osoba is joined by Zardine Collins, a Digital Business Affairs Manager for Sony Music Publishing. Zardine shares her journey to working at one of the biggest music publishers having studied the LPC at the University.Av The University of Law

In this episode, Mental Health Advisor Jessica Massie, is joined by current LLM Legal Practice student Meg Kelly, to discuss her studies and journey into law to date and how she has become involved in the legal mentoring charity, Grow.Av The University of Law

In this episode Moorgate Campus Dean, Aruna Verma, is joined by Zia Ullah, Financial Crime Partner and Co-Global Head of the Corporate Crime & Investigations Group at corporate law firm, Eversheds Sutherland. They discuss his journey from being a student at The University of Law to becoming a Partner and what he learnt along the way.…

In this episode, LLB student Alex Gills is joined by John Watkins, Director of Employability. John shares his advice for students starting out in their careers, the services and support the University's Employability Team offers, and what he would take with him to a desert island.Av The University of Law

In this episode, PGDL student Ben Weisz is joined by Trevor Sterling, Senior Partner at law firm Moore Barlow, and Chair of their personal injury and clinical division. Trevor discusses his journey to law and becoming the first black Senior Partner at a top 100 law firm; the challenges he's faced and why doing a daily Rubik's cube is an essential e…

Leading lawyers and former judges take part in a debate to discuss the main themes of our The Judges: Power, Politics and the People podcast series, which includes interviews with several former Lord Chief Justices and presidents of the Supreme Court. Featuring: Dame Elizabeth Gloster Lord Grabiner, KC The Rt Hon. The Lord Neuberger of Abbotsbury L…

In this episode, Emily Lewis is joined by LPC online student and mum of three, Hannah Watts. Hannah shares her experiences and tips around juggling work with studying and looking after her children, and what inspired her to go back into education to become a lawyer.Av The University of Law

In this episode, Zoe Amar, alumna and founder of the social enterprise Zoe Amar Digital, is joined by Alex Fraser Legacy Management Specialist solicitor at Cancer Research UK. Alex discusses navigating charity legal work, her journey into her current role and what she has learnt through the process.Av The University of Law

This episode, the last in the series, is a tribute to Lord Judge, who was Lord Chief Justice from 2008 to 2013 and who died last November (2023). On retiring as Lord Chief Justice, he had become a leading figure in the House of Lords. Highly influential and respected as a legislator, he was a strong defender of the rule of law and independence of t…

In this episode, LLB student Alexander Gill is joined by Head of Student Support Services Keith Houghton to discuss wellbeing, access to support at the University, and why making time for hobbies outside of your studies is so important.Av The University of Law

In this episode, LLB student Alexander Gill is joined by Aruna Verma who is Dean at the University's Moorgate campus. Aruna answers 24 questions about what she enjoys about her role, her academic and professional experience which includes setting up the University's campus in Hong Kong, and offers some tips and advice for students.…

Lord Burnett of Maldon has recently stepped down as Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales and head of the judiciary, after six years in post (2017-2023). He had carved out a career acting in public inquiries, which included the 1987 King’s Cross fire, the convictions of the Guildford Four and Maguire Seven, the 1997 Southall and 1999 Ladbroke Gro…

In this episode, Online Programmes Director Navdeep Chouhan is joined by Lori Rockett the Programme and Student Lead at the university to discuss the benefits of online study. Lori shares what she has seen teaching online, why it is so helpful for students with other commitments to have the opportunity to study online and who studying online is for…

Lord Mackay of Clashfern is best known as having been Lord Chancellor for 10 years from 1987-97, in the governments of both Margaret Thatcher and John Major. An outsider to the English legal profession, he brought in some of its most far-reaching reforms, ending the Bar’s monopoly of advocacy in the higher courts and the solicitors’ monopoly of con…

In this episode, Emily Lewis our Clubs and Societies Coordinator, is joined by PGDL student Ben Weisz to discuss his journey to studying law part-time. Ben worked at the BBC as a Political Reporter for ten years, before deciding to have a career change into law. Ben shares how his previous career inspired him, the assets it gave him and managing wo…

In our second episode of this series, Navdeep Chouhan, Online Programmes Director - Business School, is joined by business owner and online student Danielle Hubbard to discuss online studies. Danielle shares her journey to studying online at The University of Law, managing a business alongside her studies, and shares advice for those thinking about…

Baroness Butler-Sloss was appointed President of the High Court Family Division in 1999, the first woman to reach that level of the judiciary. She came into the public eye when, as a High Court judge, she was chosen to chair the Cleveland Child Abuse Inquiry. Her focus on the voice of child led to the central principle of the Children Act introduce…

In the first episode of this new podcast series, LLB student Alex Gill speaks with Amanda Crutchley, Head of Pro Bono at the University, and asks her 24 questions to learn more about her role, her background and the opportunities pro bono work offers.Av The University of Law

Lord Sumption is a former chief justice of the UK Supreme Court. He broke ground when he was appointed to that role in 2012, being the first appointment at the top of the judiciary to be made directly from the ranks of the practising Bar. As a barrister he carved out a highly successful career, with wide-ranging expertise spanning commercial law, c…

In this episode, former LPC students Darren Broad and Chloe Orledge are joined again by Amanda Crutchley, Head of Pro-Bono at the University to discuss getting ready for interviews and assessment centres. Darren and Chloe share their advice, what to expect and how to manage nerves.Av The University of Law

Lord Phillips of Worth Matravers is one of the most senior judicial figures in the land. He was Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales from 2005 to 2008, and went on to be the first president of the newly created UK Supreme Court in 2009. He has held all three highest posts in the judicial hierarchy. As Lord Chief Justice, he oversaw the modernisa…

In this episode, our Online Programmes Director Navdeep Chouhan is joined by recent graduate Kieran Collins, to discuss his experience of studying online with us. Kieran shares why he decided to study his LLB course online, his journey to graduating and the support he received throughout his studies at The University of Law. ULaw Online is our dedi…

**Trigger Warning** - This episode includes sensitive content that some people may find distressing. It is with reference to a case that Lord Thomas presided over (time code: 0:49:09). Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd was Lord Chief Justice from 2013 to 2017. In 2016 Lord Thomas found himself in the eye of the storm when he and fellow judges ruled that the …

In episode three of our Future Solicitor series, former LPC students Darren Broad and Chloe Orledge discuss their experience of vacations schemes. They are also joined by Amanda Crutchley, Head of Pro-Bono at the University, who provides tips and advice around Qualifying Work Experience under the SQE.…

Lady Hale, Baroness Hale of Richmond, was the judge who led the Supreme Court in its landmark ruling over the suspension of Parliament. In this episode she talks of being a “speccy swot”; how it felt as the lone woman at the top of judiciary; on relations and disagreements with her colleagues; and about the impact of Brexit on the power of the judi…

In this episode, Student Ambassador and LPC student Darren Broad speaks with Director of Employability John Watkins about how to set yourself up for a good future career. John shares his tips and advice on building a strong CV, completing applications and undertaking interviews, along with highlighting the employability support available to student…

In this second episode of Why study a Law Conversion Course?, Future Pupil Amy Weir is joined by alumni Sophie Stevens to discuss their law conversion course experiences at The University of Law. Amy and Sophie explore why law conversion courses are a great alternative for those who didn't study the LLB, sharing their journeys to the bar and what t…

Lord Neuberger of Abbotsbury, who is Chancellor of The University of Law, has reached the heights of the judicial system, first sitting as a law lord and later in the Supreme Court, becoming its president in 2012. He was also Master of the Rolls, head of the civil justice system, and his rise to the Court of Appeal and then to the House of Lords is…

In this episode, students Darren Broad and Chloe Orledge discuss researching law firms and thinking about what law firms you want to apply to, sharing their advice and reflecting on their own journeys to becoming solicitors.Av The University of Law

In this episode, LPC student Darren Broad is joined by Study Skills Advisor Helen Coleman who shares her top study tips, finding the motivation to study and more.Av The University of Law

Lord Woolf has held the most senior judicial posts in both the criminal and civil justice systems. He served as a law lord in the country’s highest court; as Master of the Rolls - the most senior civil judge in England and Wales - and then from 2000 for five years as Lord Chief Justice, the highest job in the judicial hierarchy. In this episode, he…

In the first episode of our Solicitor Series, former students Darren Broad and Chloe Orledge discuss what students can prepare for in their first year of law.Av The University of Law

In this episode of our Psychology series, Head of Psychology, Julie Prescott is joined by Camellia Taylor, founder of The Garden Taylor. Camellia's career before becoming a garden and landscape designer was in psychology working with young people, and in speech and language therapy. Integrating psychology, Camellia uses this knowledge in creating h…

In this episode of our Student Life series, Darren Broad is joined by Emily Lewis one of our Student Union Coordinators. Emily shares advice on how to join and start societies, the awards available and the events the SU put on throughout the year.Av The University of Law

In this episode, Senior Lecturer Ruth Ratter is joined by alumna Zoe Amar the founder of the social enterprise Zoe Amar Digital. Zoe's company help charities and non-profits to use digital more effectively to achieve their charity's purpose. Zoe shares with Ruth her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and what inspired her to follow a career in cha…

In the final episode of our Future Pupils series, future pupils on the employability team, Amy Weir and Evie Smith discuss their journey to the bar. Drawing on their own experiences, Amy and Evie share what they learned, the importance of hobbies and the challenges they faced and overcame.Av The University of Law

In this episode, Future pupils Amy Weir and Evie Smith on the employability team discuss writing a pupillage CV including how to structure it and what to include.Av The University of Law

In this episode, LPC student, Darren Broad is joined by Mental Health Officer Jessica Massie to discuss building independence at university. Jessica discusses how students can make friends and seek support whilst studying.Av The University of Law

In this episode of our podcast, Future Pupils on the Employability Team Evie Smith and Queenet Awesu discuss mini-pupillage. Drawing on their own experiences Evie and Queenet share what they learnt, what to expect and how to prepare for mini-pupillage.Av The University of Law

In this episode, we are joined by Programme & Student Lead - Policing Programmes Jennifer Schmidt-Petersen and Policing Lecturer Ally White. Both Jennifer and Ally had careers working in the police force and share with us what they learnt and the different careers available after studying policing.Av The University of Law