QUB School of Law

A legal career may be more accessible than you think. With new qualifying law programmes (in NI) from Queen’s, non-law graduates can take the next academic step into the legal profession.

Fast-track one-year Diploma
Enhanced specialist two-year Mlaw
Both qualifying law degrees in NI

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💭 Thinking about a career in law?

Join the Virtual Law Summit 2026 and connect with graduate recruiters, practising solicitors, and leading UK law firms from wherever you are.

✅ Gain practical application and interview advice
✅ Develop your commercial awareness
✅ Learn what top firms look for in future trainees
✅ Take part in interactive skills workshops
✅ Build your professional network

Whether you're in your first year of university, exploring training contracts, vacation schemes, commercial law, or graduate legal opportunities, this event will help you take the next step with confidence.

Date: 21st September 2026
Time: 11 am – 3.30 pm
Register here: https://targetjobs.co.uk/events/virtual-law-summit-2026

Secure your place today and start building your future legal career!

September is just around the corner...

If you're joining the School of Law this year, why not dive into our recommended pre-law reading list? Discover inspiring books, films, podcasts and articles selected by our academic staff to spark curiosity and develop critical thinking skills.

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Professor Claire Archbold and Dr Conor McCormick’s article on “Pracademic Pedagogy and the Practice of Public Law” has been published with open access in the European Journal of Legal Education. Reflecting on an elective undergraduate module about “The Practice of Public Law in Northern Ireland”, it explores how experiential learning can foster professional ethics and governmental literacy among law students:�https://www.ejle.eu/article/pracademic-pedagogy-and-the-practice-of-public-law/

Join AllAboutLaw's FREE two-part Law Careers in the AI Era series on 11th & 12th August!

Learn how AI Is Changing Legal Careers and discover:

• How AI is changing legal careers and law firm expectations
• How to use AI responsibly during the application process
• The skills future lawyers should start building now

Whether you're gearing up for application season or want to stay ahead of industry changes, these practical sessions will help you use AI responsibly and build your confidence.

Using AI the right way: from law firm applications to trainee tasks
🗓️ Tuesday 11th August ⏰ 11:00 - 11:45 | Reserve spot here:
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Inside the AI-powered law firm: what future lawyers need to know
🗓️ Wednesday 12th August ⏰ 11:00 - 11:45 | Reserve spot here:
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Don't miss out and reserve your place today!

Recently appointed member of the President's Council of State - Professor Colin Harvey from the School of Law at Queen's - welcoming President Connolly to the Opening Ceremony of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann at Belfast City Hall.

Professor Colin Harvey said: 'It was an absolute honour to meet with President Connolly again at Belfast City Hall. What a fantastic day for the city and a wonderful way to launch Belfast Fleadh.'

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🌍✈️ Magee Scholarship – Applications Now Open!

Planning a semester or year abroad in your third year? Don't miss the opportunity to apply for the Magee Scholarship.

Established by Patrick Magee, a Queen's University Law graduate and valued supporter of Queen’s, this scholarship provides £5,000 to support one full-time second-year undergraduate student from the School of Law or Queen’s Business School who will be undertaking a semester or year abroad in their third year.

How to apply: Law students, please follow the application link in your email.

Application Deadline: Friday, 14th August at 12 noon.

📢 Become a BARBRI Campus Ambassador for 2026/27!

Looking to boost your CV, develop professional skills, and expand your network while studying?

BARBRI, a globally recognised legal education and technology company that supports law students, legal professionals, law schools, and law firms throughout the legal education journey, is recruiting Campus Ambassadors across the UK and the Republic of Ireland for the 2026/27 academic year.

As a Campus Ambassador, you'll gain hands-on experience in:

✅ Marketing & Communications
✅ Event Management
✅ Networking & Stakeholder Engagement
✅ Working with student societies and careers teams

This flexible opportunity is designed to fit around your studies while helping you build valuable employability skills.

• Fully Remote
• Approx. 20 hours across the academic year (Sept 2026 – Apr 2027)
• £12.50 per hour + incentives

🔗 Apply through here: https://buff.ly/O9vFSFl

The deadline for applications is Friday, 14th August 2026.

🌍 Passionate about human rights? Take the next step in your human rights journey with the Stephen Livingstone Postgraduate Scholarship!

This prestigious scholarship, established in memory of Professor Stephen Livingstone, supports graduates committed to advancing human rights through law, research, and advocacy.

Open to suitably qualified UK/EU graduates who have applied for the taught LLM in Human Rights at Queen's University Belfast.

Application deadline has been extended to Friday, 21st August, 4pm.

For full details, eligibility criteria, and application guidance, visit: https://buff.ly/oHKi9Yk

Don't let this opportunity pass you by! We'd love to hear from you.