Since my first GCSE Law lesson, I have been captivated by the subject's diverse array of fields and its tight grip on how society is run. Law allows our country to function, decides for us what is right or wrong and allows justice to be available for whoever seeks it, hence why I want to study law as a degree. When I visited Winchester Crown Court I was fascinated at how a barrister can so greatly influence the sentence and future of a defendant in just a few words. I want a career where my actions are immediately visible, providing me with the opportunity to better a client's future. I am very interested in how the UK's legal system would be affected should we leave the EU. What laws will be removed or changed? Will we have a new British bill
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Chemistry, Physics and Maths have provided me with strong problem solving skills and the ability to think outside the box, to handle challenging scenarios and come to the correct solution. I have also learnt how to tackle problems methodically, equipping me well for a career as a solicitor. Through studying law for a number of years, I have also developed the ability to analyse and communicate information effectively. My EPQ is based around Sharia law and if one day it will be accepted into our legal system. It looks at how Britain has become more multicultural and if our legal system should reflect it. This has enhanced my research and essay writing skills as well as the ability to manage my time more effectively. By attending taster days at several universities I have learnt that all these skills will be vital in a law degree.
Being hardworking, dedicated and driven to achieve, I believe I would make an ideal law student. I currently am a member of the 'Pathways to Law' course at Southampton …show more content…
The week allowed me to develop many business and legal skills whilst providing me the opportunity to experience working in London. As part of 'Pathways to Law' there is also an annual conference at Warwick University in which I had a range of classes to improve my negotiation, debating and public speaking skills. Over the summer holiday I arranged to spend a week with HHJ Johnson. This was a unique experience which gave me the opportunity to view a whole case, discuss it with the judge and barristers, listen to bail applications and watch a variety of sentences be passed, including the new criminal behaviour order.
With respect to volunteering, I have worked in my local Oxfam shop for several years whilst completing my Duke of Edinburgh bronze and silver awards. I also have a part time job at
Johnson's shoes, here I have to maintain a high standard of customer service, recall a variety of product details and pitch shoe care items. The upselling side of the job has provided me with strong persuasion techniques, commercial awareness and exceptional customer relation skills. These will all be vital alongside my positive attitude and good manner to allow me to communicate effectively with clients and handle disputes as a solicitor
Chemistry, Physics and Maths have provided me with strong problem solving skills and the ability to think outside the box, to handle challenging scenarios and come to the correct solution. I have also learnt how to tackle problems methodically, equipping me well for a career as a solicitor. Through studying law for a number of years, I have also developed the ability to analyse and communicate information effectively. My EPQ is based around Sharia law and if one day it will be accepted into our legal system. It looks at how Britain has become more multicultural and if our legal system should reflect it. This has enhanced my research and essay writing skills as well as the ability to manage my time more effectively. By attending taster days at several universities I have learnt that all these skills will be vital in a law degree.
Being hardworking, dedicated and driven to achieve, I believe I would make an ideal law student. I currently am a member of the 'Pathways to Law' course at Southampton …show more content…
The week allowed me to develop many business and legal skills whilst providing me the opportunity to experience working in London. As part of 'Pathways to Law' there is also an annual conference at Warwick University in which I had a range of classes to improve my negotiation, debating and public speaking skills. Over the summer holiday I arranged to spend a week with HHJ Johnson. This was a unique experience which gave me the opportunity to view a whole case, discuss it with the judge and barristers, listen to bail applications and watch a variety of sentences be passed, including the new criminal behaviour order.
With respect to volunteering, I have worked in my local Oxfam shop for several years whilst completing my Duke of Edinburgh bronze and silver awards. I also have a part time job at
Johnson's shoes, here I have to maintain a high standard of customer service, recall a variety of product details and pitch shoe care items. The upselling side of the job has provided me with strong persuasion techniques, commercial awareness and exceptional customer relation skills. These will all be vital alongside my positive attitude and good manner to allow me to communicate effectively with clients and handle disputes as a solicitor