Young Lawyers Summer School
Over the course of the Young Lawyers Summer School students aged 11-14 will have the opportunity to explore questions of what the law really is, how laws are made, and how courts and the justice system work. To give a sense of the profound variety of the legal world, we will look at different fields within it, including criminal, contract and human rights law.
Throughout, students will engage actively – working through problem questions and scenarios in teams, or considering how they might prosecute or defend an accused person based on the evidence available. The course will emphasise creative thinking, intellectual curiousity and collaborative work.
In additional to legal puzzles, we will also look at advocacy skills – how do lawyers construct a line of questioning and deliver it effectively? How do they think on their feet when the answers they get aren’t what they were expecting? What techniques do they use to hold the attention and win the sympathy of judge and jury?
As well as being lots of fun, and giving students a first look at an exciting possible career path, an important goal of the Young Lawyers course is to develop a core set of transferable academic and life skills. The advocacy and debating elements of the event, for example, will stimulate students’ skills of analysis, teamwork, and public speaking (as well as giving a great confidence boost).
This course offers a lively, challenging and enjoyable environment where students can work together with others who have an interest in law or who are keen to learn about it. The tutors are friendly, engaging and experienced at working with younger students, and will ensure that everyone feels confident and comfortable in participating.
See a schedule for this course here.
Over the course of the Young Lawyers Summer School students aged 11-14 will have the opportunity to explore questions of what the law really is, how laws are made, and how courts and the justice system work. To give a sense of the profound variety of the legal world, we will look at different fields within it, including criminal, contract and human rights law.
Throughout, students will engage actively – working through problem questions and scenarios in teams, or considering how they might prosecute or defend an accused person based on the evidence available. The course will emphasise creative thinking, intellectual curiousity and collaborative work.
In additional to legal puzzles, we will also look at advocacy skills – how do lawyers construct a line of questioning and deliver it effectively? How do they think on their feet when the answers they get aren’t what they were expecting? What techniques do they use to hold the attention and win the sympathy of judge and jury?
As well as being lots of fun, and giving students a first look at an exciting possible career path, an important goal of the Young Lawyers course is to develop a core set of transferable academic and life skills. The advocacy and debating elements of the event, for example, will stimulate students’ skills of analysis, teamwork, and public speaking (as well as giving a great confidence boost).
This course offers a lively, challenging and enjoyable environment where students can work together with others who have an interest in law or who are keen to learn about it. The tutors are friendly, engaging and experienced at working with younger students, and will ensure that everyone feels confident and comfortable in participating.
See a schedule for this course here.
‘The Young Lawyers course was amazing! I made friends very quickly and enjoyed learning about law. I learnt loads and have now learnt different types of law in detail I didn’t know. I enjoyed it very much.’
‘This course was a fantastic way to get an introduction to law where you can experience and take part in a real trial. You also go into detail on all types of law and do activities to learn more. I loved it!’
‘My time with the Debate Chamber was wonderful. I learned about law, and how a courtroom works, and how to make people saw what you want them to say! The host was very knowledgeable, and there were plenty of opportunities to ask questions. I will definitely be returning next year!’
‘This course was extremely informative, and very interesting. I would highly recommend this course if you are young and thinking of becoming a barrister or lawyer, as it gives a great insight into the world of law!’
‘It’s a really fun course where you learn a lot more about law. It convinced me to want to be a lawyer even more and I would love to do another one similar like this next summer!’
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Practical Details
This is the online version of this course, please see here for the in-person option.
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The Young Lawyers Summer School is open to students aged 11 – 14, and will take place on the 15th – 16th July (and will be repeated on the 5th – 6th August).
The online course is two days in length, and teaching hours on each day will run from 10.00am till 3.30pm, with a lunch break.
These are live online events, with small seminar groups offering fully interactive classroom discussion and debate (much as you would normally expect from our in-person courses). The events will not be recorded, so it is essential that you are able to attend during the course hours, and that you have a reliable audio and video internet connection.
The cost for this course is £195, and you can reserve your place with a 25% non-refundable deposit. The remainder of the payment is due eight weeks in advance of the course start date. Please see here for full booking terms and conditions.
If you have any questions, simply call us on 0800 810 1058 or email us at [email protected]
We offer a limited number of full and partial bursaries (of up to 80% of fees) to students who could not otherwise afford to attend. If you would like to apply for a bursary then please complete your bursary application.