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PostgraduateBar Professional Training Course

Bar Practice Course (BPC)

The University of Law
London, England
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8 monthsDuration
£19,200Per Year (Intl)
£16,450Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The Bar Bar Practice Course (BPC) at The University of Law is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about upholding justice and legal frameworks. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 8-month full-time and part-time structure. The Bar Practice Course (BPC) is the qualifying postgraduate course allowing graduates to prepare for practise as barristers in England and Wales. It is the vocational stage of training which you’re required to pass before you can go on to complete the final, practical stage of training: pupillage. Our Bar Practice Course provides an ideal environment for developing confidence and the advocacy, communication and leadership skills you’ll need to thrive at the Bar. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission.

What You'll Learn

Criminal Procedure and Evidence
Civil Procedure and Remedies
Professional Conduct and Ethics
Advocacy and Courtroom Skills
Conference and Negotiation Skills
Legal Research and Writing
Drafting and Opinion Writing
Pupillage Preparation and Practice Management
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,200

per year

Total Course Cost (8 months)£19,200

Home Student Fee

£16,450

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
10%Studying
25%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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