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What university subjects should I avoid?

I don't know about "avoid" but certianly if there is an area of legal practice which inspires you then choose something related to that. For instance, if you want to work in commercial or coporate surroundings, Business Studies is a die-hard must. If environmental is your thing, perhaps Natural Scienes. Perhaps History and/or Politics if public law interests you? Remember there are about 40,000 subject combinations available across the country so if you want to do two at once to demonstrate your ability to handle the pressure (GDL/CPE's are very intense, which is why I chose LLB as I was terrified I would get ill over the winter and miss out on half the course). Research your area and read a few prospectuses and see what would match up - and don't be afraid to call the University and ask some searching questions of the admissions staff as this is your future and that is what they are paid to do. Perhaps even phone the Law Schools directly and gain their advice; they will be the ones best placed to direct you as to what. In terms of avoidances though I would suggest avoiding things like Surf Science (yes its a real degree) which are generally looked down on by professionals. Rule of thumb; the more academic the subject, the more it will be respected and the more analytical a mind you will develop the better set you will be for your GDL/CPE.

13-Feb-2012

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