The University of Law Podcast

<p>Welcome to The University of Law podcast channel. We will be speaking with a variety of experts in their field of work, discussing our courses and more. We will discuss new courses, the importance of self-care, true crime, psychology and more. We will be joined by successful alumni and lecturers bringing years of knowledge and experience. Follow us to get notified when a new episode is live.</p>

In conversation with Asylum Aid solicitor Charlotte Alderson

In this episode in support of Amnesty International Day University of Law student Jack Naylor is joined by children's solicitor and ULaw alumni Charlotte Alderson. Charlotte shares her experience working as a solicitor for Asylum Aid, her journey and what she has learnt.

05-25
35:35

Why Study a Law Conversion Course?

In this episode, Future Criminal Pupil, Amy Weir speaks with Family Law Solicitor, Rachel Jones about their University of Law conversion courses. Amy and Rachel discuss their experiences undertaking the GDL (now PGDL) conversion course and the journey to where they are now.

05-22
20:42

The Psychology Behind Mental Health and Digital Games

In this episode of our Psychology Behind series, Head of Psychology Dr Julie Prescot is joined by Dr Steven Barnes to discuss why digital games are important in learning and accessing help via digital games for therapeutic purposes.

05-16
18:15

In Conversation with a Criminal Barrister

In this episode, Future Pupil Amy Weir is joined by Criminal Barrister Alexandra Kettle-Williams from 2 King's Bench Walk, to discuss her career, her journey to the bar and advice for starting pupillage.

05-11
33:41

Disability Support at University

In this episode, we speak with Jennifer Harley Project Manager of Disability and Improvement. We discuss inclusivity, digital accessibility and neurodiversity at University.

05-05
37:38

Future Pupils: All About Advocacy

In this episode, Future Pupil Amy Weir chats with BPC student and Head of the Advocacy Committee Georgie Dibbo about advocacy support, muting and the opportunities available at the University of Law.

04-28
25:32

Future Pupils: All About Pro Bono

In this episode, Future Pupils on the Employability Team, Evie Smith and Queenet Awesu discuss their Pro Bono work. They share what they have learnt through their pro bono work, how to apply and find work in different sectors including criminal and family law and how their experiences have inspired them.

04-14
25:30

Studying with Neurodiversity

In this episode, Mental Health Advisor Jessica Massie and Academic Advisor Ruth Arrowsmith-Crook discuss neurodiversity, including how to manage your studies, accessing support at the University and the strength you bring as a neurodivergent.

03-09
42:12

Future Pupils: Interview Tips

In this episode Future Pupils, Amy Weir and Evie Smith share their top interview tips for pupillage interviews. Drawing on their own experience Amy and Evie discuss the often unexpected questions, how to deal with difficult questions and how to deal with nerves.

03-03
24:22

Future Pupils: Overcoming Rejection

In this episode Future Pupils Amy Weir and Evie Smith discuss overcoming rejections from pupillage applications. They share their own experiences of applying and what they learnt from their own rejections.

03-03
24:59

Diversity Matters: In Celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month

In celebration of LGBTQ+ History month, Staff Wellbeing & Engagement Partner and LGBTQ+ Staff Network Representative Beren Maddison is joined by LGBTQ+ student representative Eva Piliari, to discuss the importance of remembering LGBTQ+ history and the important role academic institutions play in LGBTQ+ education and supporting the community.

02-15
30:10

Diversity Matters: In conversation with Lubna Shuja President of the Law Society

In celebration of International Women's Day we are joined with alumna Lubna Shuja, the President of the Law Society of England and Wales. Lubna shared with us her journey to owning her own practice, her experience as a woman in law and what she hopes to achieve in her year position as President of the Law Society.

02-15
34:19

The psychology behind love languages

In this episode Psychology lecturers Mark Jellicoe and Elizabeth Abbey discuss the psychology behind the five love languages. What psychological evidence backs up this theory and whether it can be treated as a fair test on relationships.

02-09
27:19

Why Study the SQE?

In this episode, National Programme Director - SQE Jill Howell-Williams and Head of SQE Daniel Cowan at The University of Law will be discussing the routes to qualifying under the SQE and LPC.

01-30
40:11

Future Pupils: Pupillage Application Tips

In this episode, Future Pupils Amy Weir, Evie Smith and Queenet Awesu discuss applying for Pupillage. Drawing on their own experiences they share advice on what content to include in your application and what they learnt from the process.

01-18
31:49

Having Fun Without Alcohol at University

In this episode of our Well-Being series, the content team is joined by Health Advisor, Beren Maddison, to discuss having fun without alcohol. Beren shares his insight on reducing his alcohol consumption, sober activities to try out, going clubbing sober and the support services available at the University of Law. For further information about our support services please visit our Student Support Page.

01-12
29:19

How to Manage Stress During Exam Season

In the first episode of our new Well Being series, Academic Advisors Ruth Arrowsmith-Crook and Sarah Hall are joined by Mental Health Advisor Jessica Massie to discuss managing stress during exam season. Sharing techniques for managing your studies, keeping grounded and what support is available at the University of Law for students.

01-04
35:53

Future Pupils: Inns of Court

In this episode, students on the Employability team at The University of Law, Josh Bibby, Amy Weir and Charlotte Arundale discuss Inns of Court.

11-03
27:41

Future Pupils: Easy CV Wins

In this episode, students on the Employability team at The University of Law Josh Bibby, Charlotte Arundale and Amy Weir discuss building an impressive CV and how they gained experience.

10-13
30:29

Future Pupils: Pre-pupillage Anxieties

In this episode, students on the Employability team at The University of Law, Josh Bibby, Amy Weir and Charlotte Arundale discuss getting ready for pupillage.

09-30
38:10

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