Written by Samara Gupta Here’s what I’ve learned as a 23-year-old mature law student — and why you shouldn’t let timing stop you from applying. Some people arrive at law school straight after graduating high school, bright-eyed, extremely organised and living independently for the first time, with all the freedom in the world. Others – like me – arrive slightly later. At 23, I am what is considered a ‘mature’ student (despite still having instant noodles as my main food group

Written by Elizabeth Price Disclaimer: The data cited in this piece has not been verified or obtained directly by the university. LNAT scores mentioned are not to be taken as conclusive, and students obtaining lower than average scores are not necessarily guaranteed a place. This piece is a discussion on aptitude tests and should not be used as a guideline or benchmark on scores to aim for. We are not privy to the decision-making process of KCL or other universities. For the

Written by Antonia James-Cameron Are you fluent in two languages? Are you interested in pursuing a law degree? Look no further: you may be the perfect candidate for a double law degree! What are double law degrees? At King’s College London, five different dual degrees are on offer: English law combined with French Law, Spanish Law, German Law, Hong Kong Law, and, for the first time this year, Australian Law. These differ from a typical law degree: instead of studying for thre

Written by Camille Godin Intellectual Property Law (IP Law) is a branch of law whose fundamental role is to protect all creative works: songs, paintings, inventions, medical discoveries and more. The core subjects with which IP Law deals consists of the following: copyrights, designs, patents and trademarks. But more importantly, in its essence, IP Law is about giving credit where credit is due: it’s about the recognition of one’s work. In 2025, the World Intellectual Propert

Written by Madeleine Truffy “You’re studying law? So you’re going to be a lawyer, right?” Not quite. I have always been more interested in politics, diplomacy and international relations. My long-term ambition is to work for the United Nations or a global NGO, advocating for women’s rights, sustainable development and environmental protection. Yet here I am, surrounded by case law, reading judicial decisions and analysing statutes. At first glance, this might seem like a digr

Written by Shobhinie Ganendiran Have you ever wondered who decides what’s legal or illegal, or how new rules that affect our daily lives come into existence? From social media regulations to equality protections, every law starts somewhere. Understanding how laws are made isn’t just for lawyers — it’s the foundation of knowing your rights and how society works. If you’re thinking about studying law or just curious about how decisions are made in the UK, here’s a simple guide

Written by Chelsea Uzoh As someone who loves watching sports and plays competitive netball, I’ve always admired the discipline behind remarkable athletic achievements. Eliud Kipchoge’s sub-two-hour marathon in the Ineos 1:59 Challenge is one of the most inspiring examples of this. On 12 October 2019, he ran 26.2 miles in 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 40.2 seconds, breaking a barrier once thought impossible. His success wasn't just about talent; it was the result of careful preparat

Written by S.A In recent years, there has been more awareness on the conversion route known as the PGDL to successfully become a...

Written by Irisa Chai January 2023: Rejections I got rejected from my top-choice universities. I had two options, accept my backup choice...

Written by Emily Liesegang Introduction  The paths to becoming a lawyer in the United Kingdom and the United States differ significantly,...

Written by Jade Jewel Wadyajena  As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly integrates into every facet of business operations, a striking...

Written by Fatima Halawi There are a lot of opportunities for career development within the legal sector and it can be daunting to try to...

Congratulations to Madeleine Truffy to winning our first-ever essay competition! The essay question was "How effective is the UK...

Written by Zeina Ewiss Criminality defined as “behaviour that is contrary or forbidden by criminal law” has often been hard to explain,...

Written by Hira Ahmed Discrimination in the legal system has long been an issue, particularly in regards to race, gender and...

Written by Victoria Piong With social media dominating the world, the importance of safeguarding the public’s privacy is as prevalent as...

The Importance of Four Walls: How Should We Define ‘Home’? Written by Ujjwala Singh To effectively understand homelessness, we must...

Written by Michelle Chan As you embark onto the journey of studying law at university, you soon realize that there is much more that you...

Written by Hao Tian Introduction It has been nearly four years since the UK officially withdrew from the European Union (EU), after 47...

Written by Zeina Eweiss During my time at school, I had never shied away from challenge or competition. I was always aware of the...