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Top Tips to Secure a Law Training Contract

Whether you are currently studying for a degree, or considering a career in law, securing a Training Contract (TC) is a pivotal step for anyone aspiring to become a qualified solicitor. Brighton Law School and All About Law recently hosted a webinar with a panel of diverse experts in the industry to hear their invaluable…

School of Business and Law researcher part of team examining transformative justice for women

We are proud to share that Dr Christine Magill, Senior Lecturer at the School of Business and Law, University of Brighton, has been part of an important research team investigating how arts-based approaches to Transformative Justice can improve social cohesion and reintegrate women with convictions into their communities. The two-year project, funded by The Nuffield…

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Become a qualified solicitor with our BARBRI opportunities

If you are interested in a career as a solicitor in England and Wales, regardless of your degree background, will need to take the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE). In addition to passing the SQE, you will also need complete a minimum of two years’ qualifying work experience at a maximum of four organisations (paid or…

Brighton Law School Kicks Off the Academic Year with the “Life in Law” Talk

Each year, Brighton Law School launches the academic year with its Annual Welcome Week “Life in Law” talk. This highly anticipated event, open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, offers invaluable insights into the legal profession. This year’s talk, titled “From Brighton to the Legal Profession: Alumni Journeys,” will feature a panel of Brighton Law…

Raising funds for free legal advice in Brighton

Well done to law academics, Jack Thompson, Jo Smith, Kate Fernandez and Gillian Keenan, who took part in the Brighton Legal Walk last Wednesday 11 September. The team negotiated their way along the picturesque coastline, as part of the sponsored 10km walk, alongside other judges, lawyers and members of legal advice organisations to raise vital funds…

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★Come to an open day!

Join us for an undergraduate open day this autumn Our Moulsecoomb campus open days take place on Saturday 23 November. Join us to: find out more about your course with our talks and tasters explore the Moulsecoomb campus and its facilities with our tours get advice on admissions and entry requirements, accommodation and student funding and…

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Welcome to the School of Business & Law!

Congratulations on joining the vibrant community at the University of Brighton! As you embark on your journey with us at the School of Business and Law, here’s what you can look forward to in the 2024-25 academic year, and our new dean, Kate, shares her top tips on how to make the most of your…

Studying a foundation year at university

Have you ever considered a foundation year, as an entry into university education? Our foundation courses are integrated with an honours degree, enabling you to spend a year developing the knowledge and skills needed before you start your degree with us. They are a great opportunity if you do not have the required A-levels or…