Law Summer School
An understanding of the law can get you a long way, whether it’s knowing your rights at a protest march or negotiating a corporate merger. From police interviews to boardroom conferences, it is very often the lawyers who call the shots.
Succeeding in the law demands sharp analytical thinking, exceptional attention to detail, and at times, a flair for the dramatic. Law is demanding and complex, but mastering it is both intellectually thrilling and deeply rewarding.
At the Law Summer School, you’ll sharpen your problem-solving skills, develop a keen eye for flaws in arguments or evidence, and build the confidence to advocate persuasively – whether in court or beyond.
Each Law Summer School event is built around experiential learning – whether you’re advising a client, negotiating a business deal, or honing your advocacy skills, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment that values and celebrates excellence.
In addition to the options available in person, the online course also offers an exclusive deep dive into international and human rights law – perfect for students eager to explore the most pressing legal challenges of the 21st century.
The Law Summer School – Part 1 (Criminal Law, Family Law and Advocacy). See a more detailed outline for this course.
The Law Summer School – Part 2 (Contract Law, Civil Wrongs and Corporate Law). See a more detailed outline for this course.
The Law Summer School – Part 3 (International and Human Rights Law). See a more detailed outline for this course.
Students can choose to attend one, two, or all three parts of the Summer School. Each course stands alone – there’s no prerequisite to take Part 1 before joining Part 2 or 3 – but together, they offer a well-rounded foundation in legal studies.
Each course will include introductions to key areas of the law, seminars on some tricky and controversial legal questions, lively debates, and advocacy practice exercises. Engage in in-depth discussions with expert tutors, tackle complex legal problems alongside ambitious peers, and experience what studying law at university is really like.
Our tutors aren’t just subject specialists – they’re outstanding communicators who bring law to life. Selected for their academic excellence and teaching ability, they’re passionate about sharing their knowledge – see our tutors page for some example profiles.
Small seminar groups ensure personalised feedback, close guidance from tutors, and plenty of opportunities for collaboration in discussions and group work.
An understanding of the law can get you a long way, whether it’s knowing your rights at a protest march or negotiating a corporate merger. From police interviews to boardroom conferences, it is very often the lawyers who call the shots.
Succeeding in the law demands sharp analytical thinking, exceptional attention to detail, and at times, a flair for the dramatic. Law is demanding and complex, but mastering it is both intellectually thrilling and deeply rewarding.
At the Law Summer School, you’ll sharpen your problem-solving skills, develop a keen eye for flaws in arguments or evidence, and build the confidence to advocate persuasively – whether in court or beyond.
Each Law Summer School event is built around experiential learning – whether you’re advising a client, negotiating a business deal, or honing your advocacy skills, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment that values and celebrates excellence.
In addition to the options available in person, the online course also offers an exclusive deep dive into international and human rights law – perfect for students eager to explore the most pressing legal challenges of the 21st century.
The Law Summer School – Part 1 (Criminal Law, Family Law and Advocacy). See a more detailed outline for this course.
The Law Summer School – Part 2 (Contract Law, Civil Wrongs and Corporate Law). See a more detailed outline for this course.
The Law Summer School – Part 3 (International and Human Rights Law). See a more detailed outline for this course.
Students can choose to attend one, two, or all three parts of the Summer School. Each course stands alone – there’s no prerequisite to take Part 1 before joining Part 2 or 3 – but together, they offer a well-rounded foundation in legal studies.
Each course will include introductions to key areas of the law, seminars on some tricky and controversial legal questions, lively debates, and advocacy practice exercises. Engage in in-depth discussions with expert tutors, tackle complex legal problems alongside ambitious peers, and experience what studying law at university is really like.
Our tutors aren’t just subject specialists – they’re outstanding communicators who bring law to life. Selected for their academic excellence and teaching ability, they’re passionate about sharing their knowledge – see our tutors page for some example profiles.
Small seminar groups ensure personalised feedback, close guidance from tutors, and plenty of opportunities for collaboration in discussions and group work.
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Made New Friends
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The teaching for this course was excellent - it was engaging and ideas and topics were easily explained. I found that the course content was an appropriate difficulty, with concepts ...Fun All The Way Through
I thoroughly enjoyed the summer law school program and it is definately one of the best things I’ve taken part in. It was fun all the way through...Worth Every Penny
I’d definitely recommend it to any student looking for a career in law. Don’t be worried about not knowing anyone because the tutors make you feel really welcome and the...Invaluable
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The Summer Law School was an exhilarating and unforgettable five days. It gave me great insight into the theories of Law and how they are implemented in real court ...Strongly Recommended
I would recommend this the Law Part 1 Summer School to anyone who has even the slightest interest in Law. I was undecided about whether I wanted to pursue a career...Built My Confidence
The teaching was excellent. I would recommend this course for someone who wishes to go into law. The course has built my confidence and given me an idea of...Extremely Helpful
This Summer Law School was extremely helpful and useful in deciding whether or not to persue a career in law, and all of the teaching was very good and all ...Gave Me A Sense of Direction
I found the Summer Law School a fantastic way to work out whether law was the right direction for me; and it helped me reach my answer,...An Amazing Summer School
The Debate Chamber Law Summer School was an amazing experience. I loved learning about the different types of Law, and looking at cases where I really had to...A Feel For The Courtroom
This course is really user-friendly, a lot of the tutors help you understand the really complicated law, and it’s really fun the way in which you learn...Entirely Worth It
If you are unsure whether Law is the career path for you, I would recommend this Summer Law School whole-heartedly. I learnt such a great deal about the law...A Great Experience
It was very useful for me to find out more about law and whether it is what I want to do in the future. To have talks from lawyers ...Just Brilliant!
This Law course is just brilliant! It has definitely opened up many doors for me and taught me so much more about law on a wider scale, I learnt countless new...Friendly and Knowledgeable
Attending the Summer Law School was one of the best desicions of my summer as it introduced a whole section of careers in the law which I had previously been oblivious...Met Wonderful People
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📌 Please note: This is the online version of the Law Summer School. To view the in-person event, click here.
📅 Course Dates: The Law Summer School is open to students aged 15–18, with teaching hours from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm each day, including a lunch break.
The Law Summer School Part 1 (Criminal and Family Law) runs from 4th – 8th August 2025 (Monday – Friday, five days).
The Law Summer School Part 2 (Civil Law) runs from 11th – 14th August 2025 (Monday – Thursday, four days).
The Law Summer School Part 3 (International and Human Rights Law) runs from 26th – 29th August 2025 (Tuesday – Friday, four days).
💻 Course Format: This is a live online event, with small seminar groups providing fully interactive discussions and debate. Sessions will not be recorded, so students must be available during course hours and have a reliable audio and video internet connection.
💰 Course Fees: The fee for Part 1 (Criminal and Family Law) is £495.
The fee for Part 2 (Civil Law) is £425.
The fee for Part 3 (International and Human Rights Law) is £425.
🔒 Booking: Secure your place with a 25% non-refundable deposit. The remaining balance is due eight weeks before the course starts. [See full booking terms and conditions here.]
📞 Questions? Call us on 0800 810 1058 or email [email protected].
Debate Chamber offers a limited number of full and partial bursaries to students who could not otherwise afford to attend. If you would like to apply for a bursary then please complete your bursary application here.