Some provision is made for entry by non-graduate mature students. Entry requirements are determined by the Law Society for those intending to qualify as solicitors, and by the General Council of the Bar for those intending to qualify as barristers. It also qualifies those not intending to practise at the Bar of England and Wales to take the Bar Examinations. Programme provided that, as a general rule, they hold a second class Honours degree or above. The programme commences with a short induction course that introduces students to the principal features of the English legal system.
Students undertake a short introductory course in revenue law.
This assists those who intend to progress onto the Legal Practice course and the Bar Vocational course by providing a basic knowledge and understanding of a subject that forms an integral part of both of these vocational courses. The English Legal System, Foundations of European Community Law and Revenue Law are assessed entirely by written coursework. All other subjects are assessed by written coursework and examination except Obligations I, which is assessed by a written exam and a moot, ie a mock trial. Applications should be made through the CPE Central Applications Board. Application forms and notes for guidance can be obtained from the CPE Central Applications Board, PO Box 84, Guildford, Surrey GU3 I7X. Selection is by application.