Law Summer School

Student wearing a lawyers wig, seen from the back (illustrating the summer law 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.

Want to know more about the Law Summer School?

Click below to watch a 30-minute video, covering the course structure, the topics covered, and what you can expect.

Ready to take the next step? Scroll down for full details on how to apply.

Invaluable
This has been an invaluable experience as it clarified aspects of the law I was unsure about and covered everything in helping my decision to study law at university. I would ...
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Eugenia
Godolphin & Latymer School
Invaluable
This has been an invaluable experience as it clarified aspects of the law I was unsure about and covered everything in helping my decision to study law at university. I would strongly recommend it to anyone considering taking law.
Eugenia
Godolphin & Latymer School
A New and Fascinating World
I think this was a fantastic course. I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in pursuing law or who just wants to find out more about ...
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Neha
Haberdasher’s School for Girls
A New and Fascinating World
I think this was a fantastic course. I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in pursuing law or who just wants to find out more about the law. The tutors were all brilliant and very approachable and the tutor groups were a good size. I was given a great deal of support and individual help with many tutors spending time discussing things with me individually, debating opinions, giving advice and recommending reading. The topics were taught in a lot of detail and explained at great length with lots of opportunity for debate and discussion. It gives you a really good overview of what law is like from an academic perspective and it is a great experience to meet like-minded people to question opinions and to share ideas with. The course itself is a great deal of fun and opened my eyes to a completely new and fascinating world! Thank you debate chamber!
Neha
Haberdasher’s School for Girls
Very Inclusive
I really enjoyed the teaching and especially the group work where it allowed everyone to come together and discuss our ideas. The course was just the right amount easy and ...
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Wilma
Southbank International School
Very Inclusive
I really enjoyed the teaching and especially the group work where it allowed everyone to come together and discuss our ideas. The course was just the right amount easy and difficult. The class moved at a good pace and there was always time to gather our thoughts. It challenged my mind to think in a different way. It was very welcoming and inclusive as we all introduced ourselves during the first class and the group work during the days made it even more inclusive.
Wilma
Southbank International School
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...
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Mary-Alice
Wycombe Abbey School
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 to. The tutors were friendly and knowledgable creating a completely different environment to that of school. Definitely commit to this course even if you don’t think you want to be a lawyer because the chance is after the five days you will want to be one!
Mary-Alice
Wycombe Abbey School
Friendly and Encouraging
I really enjoyed attending Summer Law School because it gave me a really good insight into what is involved with law and the type of work a barrister or ...
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Rosie
Luckley-Oakfield School
Friendly and Encouraging
I really enjoyed attending Summer Law School because it gave me a really good insight into what is involved with law and the type of work a barrister or solicitor would do. The teachers here were also really friendly and encouraging, and were able to answer any questions I had. I would highly recommend attending Summer Law School because you learn so much and have such a great time doing it as well!
Rosie
Luckley-Oakfield School
Met Wonderful People
The Summer Law School was a thought provoking experience, where budding lawyers meet and discuss the complexities of the law and make great friendships. I had an amazing time...
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Kiyara
Colombo International School
Met Wonderful People
The Summer Law School was a thought provoking experience, where budding lawyers meet and discuss the complexities of the law and make great friendships. I had an amazing time this year, and met some wonderful people. Our tutors were well-equipped with a immense amount of knowledge to answer all of our strange questions and ‘what if’s! The fact that I came for the law courses at the Debate Chamber twice, proves that I truly did find the courses engrossing!
Kiyara
Colombo International School
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...
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Nikita
Burgess Hill School for Girls
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 as well as the possible careers paths one could take after finishing their degree. The tutors were fabulous and made each area of law as engaging and informative as they could in order to enlighten us to how the law is actually implemented in real court cases. It really was an unforgettable week and was entirely worth it.
Nikita
Burgess Hill School for Girls
Exhiliarating and Unforgettable
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 ...
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Leah
Loreto College
Exhiliarating and Unforgettable
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 cases; and also provided me with the opportunity to meet other young people with similar interests to me. This experience should not be missed for the world!
Leah
Loreto College
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...
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Phillip
Finchley Catholic High School
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 what law school is really like. I found commercial law the most difficult but the tutor was really helpful breaking the information down for the class and answering questions.
Phillip
Finchley Catholic High School
Tutors of the Highest Calibre
The Summer Law School is a great experience for someone who is either exploring their interest in law or has their heart set on studying/practising it. ...
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Oliver
The Royal Grammar School Guildford
Tutors of the Highest Calibre
The Summer Law School is a great experience for someone who is either exploring their interest in law or has their heart set on studying/practising it. The sessions were fun and varied and taught by tutors of the highest calibre in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. I really enjoyed my week at Debate Chamber meeting loads of interesting people and inspiring me to practise law.
Oliver
The Royal Grammar School Guildford
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...
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Hannah
Helena Romanes School
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 in Law, but this course was extremely enjoyable and I learnt about so many aspects of Law, which helped me to realise that I would like to be a solicitor. All of the tutors were extremely friendly and approachable, and we’re happy to answer any questions regarding the topics we were learning about or studying Law at university. There was not a dull moment during the week and it was great to be able to study alongside so many like-minded students. I met a great group of friends who I will be sure to keep in touch with for a long time to come. This week has sparked my enthusiasm for this subject and I would definitely do it all over again.
Hannah
Helena Romanes School
A Brilliant Week
Law is a subject that is more difficult to experience while you are still at school. It is often very hard to know what it would be like to ...
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Lucy
Dame Alice Harpur School
A Brilliant Week
Law is a subject that is more difficult to experience while you are still at school. It is often very hard to know what it would be like to study the subject academically or work in the profession. The Debate Chamber course was fantastic in giving me insight into an area which I had very little prior knowledge of. All the sessions mixed teaching with practical activities and lots of debate! All the tutors and other people I met were great fun and really inspirational. I had a brilliant week.
Lucy
Dame Alice Harpur School
Informative and Thought-Provoking
Fantastic. In my opinion, attending Debate Chamber’s Summer Law School is the best thing an aspiring undergraduate law student can do over their holiday. From the trip to the...
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Joshua
Watford Grammar School for Boys
Informative and Thought-Provoking
Fantastic. In my opinion, attending Debate Chamber’s Summer Law School is the best thing an aspiring undergraduate law student can do over their holiday. From the trip to the RCJ to the mock trials, this Law School is informative, thought-provoking and, most importantly, very enjoyable.
Joshua
Watford Grammar School for Boys
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...
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Savaan
Queen Elizabeth’s Boys School
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 and I met some interesting people from all across the country. I’d definately recommend it and encourage anyone interested in law to do it!
Savaan
Queen Elizabeth’s Boys School
Positive Encouragement
Absolutely brilliant. More than anything else, this was a chance to meet like-minded people from all different walks of life. The people I met, I hope to stay...
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Natasha
Steyning Grammar School
Positive Encouragement
Absolutely brilliant. More than anything else, this was a chance to meet like-minded people from all different walks of life. The people I met, I hope to stay in contact with for a very long time. I wasn’t sure whether I wanted to do law, but this course gave me an insight that actually positively encouraged me to continue working towards law.
Natasha
Steyning Grammar School
Infectious Enthusiasm
The law course was fantastic with tutors and students alike eager to discuss ideas and take part in activities so as to create a stimulating and friendly learning environment. In ...
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Suey
St Paul’s Girls School
Infectious Enthusiasm
The law course was fantastic with tutors and students alike eager to discuss ideas and take part in activities so as to create a stimulating and friendly learning environment. In a short amount of time we were taught memorably with infectious enthusiasm and the course provided helpful insight into studying law.
Suey
St Paul’s Girls School
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 ...
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Poppy
Wycombe Abbey School
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 was particularly good as it gave the opportunity to ask lots of questions in detail, and it was interesting to learn more about different types of law. The mock trial was really fun and a great experience!
Poppy
Wycombe Abbey School
Complex Ideas Made Easy
I feel the course provided me with a really enjoyable and interesting introduction to law. Before the course I had no previous knowledge of law and I felt nervous...
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Nicola
Dr Challoner’s High School
Complex Ideas Made Easy
I feel the course provided me with a really enjoyable and interesting introduction to law. Before the course I had no previous knowledge of law and I felt nervous about being the only one in this position, however once on the course I found both the students and pupils approachable and easy to talk to. All the topics we covered were interesting and the tutors made complex ideas seem much easier to understand. The highlight of the week was definitely the mock trial – it tied in everything we had learned during the course and we got to wear the wig and gown and feel like a real barrister!
Nicola
Dr Challoner’s High School
Excellent Teaching
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 ...
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Charlotte
Tiffin Girls School
Excellent Teaching
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 well explained and easy to understand. I found the learning space a welcoming and inclusive environment, where I was comfortable asking and answering questions.
Charlotte
Tiffin Girls School
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,...
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Aurelien
Winchester College
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, yes. The course is very well structured and gives you a taste of many of the different types of law but also gives you the chance to put them into practice. The tutors are all engaging and good teachers, and are also very helpful if you have any questions you need answering. I would greatly recommend the Summer Law School if you’re undecided or unsure if law is the right thing for you. Thank you debate chamber!
Aurelien
Winchester College

Online Law Summer School – Practical Details

📌 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.