Industry-Led Future Lawyer Programme for High School Students at Imperial College London Campus

Course Description: Industry-Led Future Lawyer Programme for High School Students at Imperial College London Campus

Step into the world of law this summer. Over two weeks, you'll master fundamental legal skills, argue real cases in simulated courtrooms, and experience authentic legal practice across multiple disciplines. This isn't theory-based learning—it's practical, hands-on law where you negotiate, advocate, research, and make decisions that matter.

The camp balances structured lectures on criminal law, family law, immigration law, and judicial review with intensive practical workshops in negotiation, advocacy, and legal drafting. You'll spend a full day at the Royal Courts of Justice observing real trials and legal proceedings, gaining rare exposure to professional legal practice. By the end of two weeks, you'll have argued cases, negotiated settlements, conducted legal research, and confirmed whether law is your path.

Cultural exploration includes guided tours of London's highlights and a day trip to Cambridge to experience university life firsthand.

Outcomes: Certificate of completion, detailed tutor report highlighting your legal skills and advocacy abilities, and a recommendation letter from the camp director for university applications.

Student Feedback: 100% of participants found tutors knowledgeable and classes engaging; 100% would recommend the camp to others.

📍 Location & Campus Experience

The camp takes place at Imperial College London in South Kensington—located in the heart of London's legal district, within walking distance of the major courts and legal institutions.

Your Base:

• Undergraduate accommodation at Prince's Gardens, Watts Way, South Kensington, London, SW7 1BA

• Modern student halls with ensuite rooms

• Walking distance from all teaching facilities

• 20 miles from London Heathrow Airport with excellent transport links

• Close to world-class museums, cultural institutions, and London's iconic landmarks

• Walking distance from the Royal Courts of Justice and legal quarter

Why This Location Matters: You won't just study law—you'll live and work in the legal heart of England. The South Kensington campus sits minutes from the Royal Courts of Justice, the Central Criminal Court, and the home of UK legal practice. You'll experience what it feels like to be a first-year law student, attending lectures at a prestigious institution, visiting real courtrooms, and exploring a vibrant international student community in the world's leading legal centre.

⚖️ The Future Lawyer Experience

This is a work experience simulation camp, not a classroom course. You'll work alongside practising lawyers and academics in a blend of lectures, practical workshops, courtroom simulations, and real legal research that gives you genuine insight into legal careers and legal education.

What Makes This Different:

• Learn from academics and practising lawyers across multiple legal disciplines

• Conduct real legal research using professional legal databases and resources

• Develop authentic advocacy and negotiation skills used by practising lawyers

• Experience a full day at the Royal Courts of Justice observing real trials and legal proceedings

• Argue cases in simulated courtrooms and tribunals

• Negotiate settlements in realistic scenarios

• Network with practising lawyers and judges

• Confirm your commitment to law through practical, hands-on legal work

📅 Camp Dates & Duration

Summer 2026:

• Arrival: Sunday

• Arrive anytime (morning or afternoon preferred)

• Check-in from 3:00 PM onwards

• Room access from 3:00 PM onwards

• Welcome dinner and orientation

• Departure: Saturday

• Depart anytime

• Room checkout by 10:00 AM

• Luggage storage available if needed

• Duration: 2 weeks (12 days of programming)

🎓 Law Curriculum & Learning Outcomes

Core Legal Disciplines Covered:

• Introduction to Law – Fundamental legal concepts, sources of law, legal methodology, how the law works

• Legal Research Skills – Using legal databases, finding case law, statutory interpretation, legal writing

• Advocacy & Courtroom Skills – Oral argument, cross-examination, presenting evidence, courtroom procedure

• Criminal Law – Elements of crime, defences, homicide, criminal procedure, evidence in criminal trials

• Family Law – Divorce, matrimonial property, contracts affecting family law, practical family law disputes

• Contract Law – Formation of contracts, breach, remedies, practical contract disputes

• Immigration Law – Asylum law, immigration appeals, bail applications, legal procedures

• Judicial Review – Grounds for judicial review, High Court procedure, administrative law, challenging government decisions

• Alternative Dispute Resolution – Negotiation, mediation, settlement conferences, practical dispute resolution

Practical Skills Development:

• Legal research and case law analysis

• Written legal analysis and legal drafting

• Advocacy and oral argument skills

• Cross-examination and witness examination

• Negotiation and settlement discussions

• Client conference skills

• Case preparation and trial strategy

• Understanding courtroom procedure and evidence rules

• Judicial review application drafting

• Working with legal documents and precedents

Learning Outcomes:

By camp conclusion, you will:

• Understand fundamental legal principles across multiple disciplines

• Conduct effective legal research using professional legal resources

• Apply the law to real factual scenarios

• Advocate effectively in oral proceedings

• Negotiate settlements and reach agreements

• Prepare cases for trial and tribunal hearings

• Understand criminal procedure and criminal evidence

• Understand family law disputes and solutions

• Understand immigration law and asylum procedures

• Understand judicial review and administrative law

• Draft legal documents and grounds for legal challenges

• Demonstrate legal problem-solving through simulated courtroom work

• Have concrete examples and experiences to discuss in university interviews

• Confirm your commitment to law through practical experience

• Build professional networks with practising lawyers

🗓️ Your Two-Week Camp Timetable

Camp Duration: 2-week residential

This is a sample timetable based on last year's camp. The 2026 schedule will follow a similar structure, with confirmed instructors and room allocations provided at check-in.

Classes run from 10:00 AM to 4:50 PM daily, with breakfast, lunch breaks, and free time built in. Evening activities and cultural excursions are scheduled most nights and weekends.

Week 1 Overview:

Day 1 (Arrival): Course orientation and introduction to law

• Course orientation

• Group discussion: What exactly is law?

• Legal research skills fundamentals

• Advocacy skills introduction

• Southbank tour (London cultural exploration)

Day 2: Negotiation and practical dispute resolution

• Practical skills: How to conduct effective negotiation

• Family law and contract law theory

• Conference with client: Preparing for alternative dispute resolution

• Guest speaker (practising lawyer)

• Case preparation workshop

• Practical exercise: Conducting two negotiations (divorce and business contract dispute)

• Local area tour

Day 3: Criminal law and trial preparation

• Theory session: Criminal law

• Legal research skills: Murder and defences

• Preparing for trial day

• Guest speaker sessions on criminal procedure

• Quiz night and evening activities

Day 4: Full-day industry experience

• Day in Industry: Royal Courts of Justice

• Observing real legal proceedings

• Diminished responsibility case studies

• Witnessing a murder trial

• Guest speaker and networking

Day 5: London museums and cultural exploration

• Science Museum

• V&A Museum

Day 6 (Weekend): Cambridge University tour

• Walking tour of historic college buildings

• Punting on the River Cam

Week 2 Overview:

Day 7: Judicial review and advanced legal skills

• Guest speaker sessions on public law

• Workshop: Drafting of documents

• Judicial review – theory session

• Drafting grounds for judicial review

• Rule 39 applications to the European Court of Human Rights

Day 8: Asylum law and tribunal advocacy

• Advocacy: Judicial review in the High Court

• Theory session: Asylum law

• Case preparation workshop

• Advocacy: First Tier Tribunal asylum appeals

• Guest speaker sessions on immigration law

• Final project preparation

Day 9: Appeals and family law

• Case preparation workshop

• Advocacy: Judicial review in the High Court

• Theory session: Appeals system and family law

• Introduction to appellate cases

• Case preparation workshop

• Mock appeal hearing in Supreme Court

• Launch of Global Space Design Competition

• Company team formations

Day 10: Final projects and presentations

• Global Space Design Competition company work sessions

• Team presentations and competition

Day 11: Final projects and career exploration

• Global Space Design Competition company work sessions

• Final presentations and competition

• Career exploration sessions (Medicine, Engineering, or University Prep)

• Preparation for gala dinner

Day 12 (Departure): Celebration and departure

• Gala Dinner and Graduation Ceremony

• Certificate, tutor report, and recommendation letter presentation

• Checkout and airport transfers

Sample Daily Structure:

• 09:00 – Breakfast

• 10:00–16:50 – Lectures, workshops, moot courts, legal research, and practical work (with lunch break 12:50–14:00)

• 16:50–18:30 – Free time

• 18:30–19:00 – Dinner

• 19:00–21:30 – Evening activities (quiz nights, guest speakers, cultural tours, company work)

• 21:45–22:30 – Evening sign-in

Key Camp Content:

• Introduction to law and legal methodology

• Legal research skills and using professional legal databases

• Criminal law: homicide, defences, criminal procedure

• Family law: divorce, matrimonial property, practical disputes

• Contract law and commercial disputes

• Immigration law and asylum procedures

• Judicial review and administrative law

• Advocacy skills and courtroom procedure

• Negotiation and alternative dispute resolution

• Legal drafting and document preparation

• Full day at the Royal Courts of Justice observing real trials

• Simulated murder trial and criminal proceedings

• Simulated asylum tribunal hearing

• Mock appeal hearing in Supreme Court

• Guest speakers from practising law

• Quiz nights, guest speakers, and legal networking

• London museums (Science Museum, V&A)

• Cambridge University tour

• Final legal projects and Global Space Design Competition

This isn't a holiday. This is real legal education with authentic learning outcomes.

🏠 Accommodation & Residential Experience

Location: Prince's Gardens halls of residence, Imperial College London, South Kensington

You'll stay in modern undergraduate student accommodation at the heart of Imperial College, giving you authentic university living experience.

Room Details:

• Ensuite bedrooms with toilet, shower, and wash basin

• Twin rooms by default (sharing with another student of same gender and age group)

• Single room option available: £780 additional charge for guaranteed single occupancy (per 2-week camp)

• Bed, work desk, chair, and wardrobe with hangers

• Desk fan (note: rooms are not air-conditioned)

• Complimentary toiletries provided

• Towels and bed linen provided (changed approximately every 3 days)

• Free Wi-Fi throughout accommodation

• Laundry facilities available (laundry credits purchased via mobile app)

Room Security:

• Personal belongings are at your own risk

• No safety deposit boxes available

• Keep windows securely closed and rooms locked

• Residential team available 24/7 for support

On-Campus Facilities:

• Multiple study areas and libraries

• Moot courtrooms and legal research facilities

• Law library with professional legal resources

• Sports facilities

• Cafes and dining options

• Direct access to South Kensington's cultural institutions

🍽️ Meals & Dining

What's Included:

• Breakfast – Daily, served in accommodation or nearby campus venues

• Dinner – Daily, served in accommodation or campus dining facilities

• Multiple dietary options including vegetarian meals

Lunch:

• Not included in camp fee

• Optional lunch vouchers available for purchase

• On-campus cafes and restaurants available (card payments only—cash not accepted)

• Recommended spending: £15–20 per day for meals, snacks, and activities

Dietary Requirements:

Please inform us of any dietary preferences, allergies, or restrictions when you book. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and allergen-free meals.

🚍 Getting to Prince's Gardens

From London Airports:

Heathrow Airport (Recommended)

• Heathrow Express to Paddington (every 15 minutes) → Underground Circle line to South Kensington

• OR Piccadilly line direct from Heathrow to South Kensington

• Journey time: 50 minutes

Gatwick Airport

• Gatwick Express to Victoria (every 15 minutes) → Underground District or Circle line to South Kensington

• Journey time: 50 minutes

London City Airport

• DLR to Canning Town → Jubilee line → Change to Piccadilly line to South Kensington

• Journey time: 40 minutes

Stansted Airport

• Stansted Express to Liverpool Street (every 15 minutes) → Underground Circle line to South Kensington

• Journey time: 90 minutes

From Campus:

• Nearest Underground stations: South Kensington and Gloucester Road (both <10 minutes walk)

• Lines: District, Circle, and Piccadilly

• Access to anywhere in London via Underground network

• Walking distance to the Royal Courts of Justice and legal quarter

Airport Transfer Service:

• Professional airport transfer available

• Cost: £175 each way

• Must be pre-booked in advance

• Only provided to students who have made prior reservations

By Car:

• Street parking is pay-and-display for limited periods

• Postcode for sat-nav: SW7 2BX

📦 What to Bring

Essential Documents:

• Passport and visa documents

• Travel insurance documents (required)

• Copies of any prescription medications

Technology (Essential):

• Laptop – essential for legal research work and coursework

• Laptop charger

• Smartphone – required for emergency contact and Microsoft Teams updates

• UK power adapter (if needed)

Academic Materials:

• Stationery (pens, paper, notebook for lectures)

• Index cards (useful for case note research)

Medical & Personal:

• Any prescribed medications (bring enough for 2+ weeks)

• Personal toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, sunscreen)

• Water bottle

• Any required medical devices or equipment

Clothing (British Summer is Unpredictable):

• T-shirts and shorts for warm days

• Light sweaters or jackets for cooler evenings

• Jeans, shorts, or skirts

• Comfortable walking shoes for campus and local exploration

• Athletic clothes for sports activities

• Raincoat or umbrella

• Hat or cap for sun protection

• Pyjamas/sleepwear

• Undergarments and socks

• Casual outfit for social events

• Formal attire for courtroom observations and graduation ceremony (smart trousers/skirt, blazer, or formal dress recommended for court visits)

Optional:

• Portable umbrella

• Backpack or bag for carrying items around campus

• Spending money: £15–20 per day recommended for lunch, snacks, activities, and personal items

⚖️ Legal Practice & Medical Requirements

Important Information for Your Safety:

Please inform us before arrival of:

• Any medical conditions

• Allergies (food, environmental, medication)

• Mental health conditions

• Any prescription medications

Medication Protocol:

• You must bring your own medications

• Bring a copy of your prescription

• We cannot provide any medication, including over-the-counter drugs

• You must bring sufficient medication for the entire 2-week period

• Parental consent required for purchasing over-the-counter medication

• Inform residential team at check-in if you need assistance with medication administration or storage

Courtroom & Legal Practice Safety:

• All practical work is supervised by trained legal professionals

• Safety induction mandatory for all participants

• Professional legal ethics and conduct codes apply

• Proper professional conduct required during all legal activities

All medical information is treated with strict confidentiality and only shared with authorised personnel.

🛡️ Supervision & Safeguarding

24/7 Residential Team:

• Available at all times for support and supervision

• Professional staff trained in safeguarding and pastoral care

• Immediate response to any concerns or emergencies

• Regular check-ins on wellbeing

Exeat Procedures (Time Away from Campus):

If parents/guardians wish to take students out after classes or in the evening:

• Exeat form must be completed 24 hours in advance

• Request submitted to residential team

• Supervision and safety protocols maintained

Rules & Conduct:

We run friendly, relaxed camps with clear expectations. Rules exist to ensure safety and a positive learning environment. Breaking rules may result in dismissal from the residential camp (though continuation on a non-residential basis may be possible). More details provided at check-in.

🌍 Visa & Immigration Requirements

Do You Need a Visa?

If you are not a British or Irish national and don't hold immigration status permitting study, you'll need:

• Standard Visitor Visa, OR

• Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) (depending on your nationality)

Check the UK Government website to confirm which applies to you.

We Can Help:

• We'll issue an official acceptance letter for your visa application

• Present this letter at the border if required

Important:

• We're not responsible if your visa application is rejected

• We're not responsible if applications arrive late

• Standard cancellation policy applies to visa-related delays

• All students must comply with UK immigration requirements

📋 Frequently Asked Questions

Accommodation

Q: Can I have a single room?

A: Yes. Twin rooms are provided by default, but you can request a single ensuite room. There's an additional charge of £780 for guaranteed single occupancy per 2-week camp.

Q: What if I arrive before check-in time?

A: Check-in begins at 3:00 PM on arrival day. If you arrive earlier, please contact us in advance to arrange early access if possible.

Q: Can I store luggage after checkout?

A: Yes. On departure day, you must vacate your room by 10:00 AM, but you can store luggage for the day if needed.

Q: Are rooms air-conditioned?

A: No, but each room has a desk fan available. British summers are generally mild.

Q: Is there laundry service?

A: There's a laundry room available for self-service. Laundry credits are purchased via a mobile app, and our residential team will help you set this up.

Meals & Dietary Requirements

Q: What about vegetarian, vegan, or allergen-free meals?

A: We can accommodate all dietary preferences and requirements. Inform us when booking or at check-in.

Q: Can I use cash to buy lunch on campus?

A: No. On-campus cafes and restaurants accept card payments only. Bring a debit/credit card. Alternatively, purchase optional lunch vouchers in advance.

Q: How much spending money should I bring?

A: We recommend £15–20 per day for lunch (if not purchasing vouchers), snacks, shopping, and activities.

Academic Camp

Q: Is this a work experience or internship?

A: We're an immersive simulation provider. We blend workshops with practising lawyers, lectures, and practical training that simulates real legal work. You'll work with legal professionals in realistic scenarios but in a controlled, educational setting. It's not paid employment, but it's authentic professional insight.

Q: Will I get hands-on courtroom experience?

A: Yes! You'll conduct legal research using professional legal databases, participate in moot courts and simulated trials, negotiate settlements, and conduct legal advocacy. The industry day at the Royal Courts of Justice gives you direct experience observing real legal proceedings.

Q: What if I'm not sure law is for me?

A: That's exactly why you should do this camp! Many students confirm their passion for law—but some discover they prefer a different legal specialism, and others find that law isn't their path. All outcomes are valuable. This camp helps you make an informed decision before committing to a 3-year law degree.

Q: Can I get university credit for this?

A: No, this camp carries no UCAS points. However, read the section below on why that's actually better for your university applications.

Safety & Supervision

Q: Who supervises students?

A: Our 24/7 residential team supervises all activities. Academic sessions are led by academics and practising lawyers with appropriate student-to-staff ratios for safety and learning.

Q: What if I need to leave during the camp?

A: Contact the residential team immediately. Dismissal for rule-breaking may result in camp termination without refund (though non-residential continuation may be available).

Q: What if I have a medical emergency?

A: Our residential team is trained in first aid. For serious emergencies, we'll contact emergency services immediately and notify parents/guardians. Ensure you have travel insurance covering medical emergencies.

Travel & Transport

Q: Which airport should I fly into?

A: London Heathrow is recommended. Journey time: 50 minutes. Gatwick also works well (50 minutes). Stansted is possible but takes longer (90 minutes).

Q: Do you provide airport transfers?

A: Yes, but only if pre-booked. Cost: £175 each way. You can also use public transport (cheaper, direct Underground access). Book transfers in advance if you want this service.

Q: Can my parents stay near campus?

A: Yes, South Kensington has many hotels and accommodation options nearby. Your parents can explore London while you're in the camp.

Technology

Q: Do I need a laptop?

A: Yes, essential. Bring a laptop with charger. You'll need it for legal research work and coursework integral to the camp.

Q: Is Wi-Fi available?

A: Yes, free Wi-Fi throughout accommodation and campus.

Q: How do I get camp updates?

A: We use Microsoft Teams for notifications and updates. Install it before arrival. You'll also receive information via SMS and email.

Q: Should I bring a smartphone?

A: Yes, required for emergency contact. Bring a phone with a UK or international plan, or purchase a local SIM card. We can advise on this.

💰 Pricing & What's Included

What's Included in the Camp Fee:

• Accommodation at Prince's Gardens, Imperial College (twin ensuite room)

• Breakfast and dinner daily

• All lectures, workshops, and hands-on legal training

• Full-day visit to the Royal Courts of Justice

• All academic materials and resources

• Access to professional legal research databases and resources

• Certificate of completion

• Detailed tutor report

• Recommendation letter from camp director

• Comprehensive travel insurance

• Residential supervision and pastoral care (24/7)

• Welcome and farewell events

• Evening activities and weekend excursions (London tour, Cambridge visit, quiz night, guest speakers, sports)

What's NOT Included:

• International flights (book separately)

• Lunch (unless optional vouchers purchased)

• Personal spending money

• Airport transfers (£175 each way, available on request)

• Single room upgrade (£780 additional, if requested)

• Over-the-counter medications

• Items of a personal nature

Single Room Upgrade: £780 (for guaranteed single occupancy)

Airport Transfers: £175 each way (pre-booking required)

Optional Lunch Vouchers: Available for purchase upon arrival (pricing on request)

🏠 Day Student Camp Option

Flexibility for Local Students

If you live within commuting distance of South Kensington, you can attend as a day student instead of residential. This allows local students to benefit from the core law camp while managing their own accommodation and meals.

What's Included for Day Students:

• All lectures and workshops

• All practical legal skills sessions

• Access to the Royal Courts of Justice industry day

• Course materials and resources

• Certificate of completion

• Tutor report

• Recommendation letter

What's Optional for Day Students:

• Evening activities (quiz nights, guest speakers, competitions)

• Weekend excursions (Cambridge, museums, London tours)

• Accommodation (obviously—you'll stay at home)

• Meals (except optional lunch vouchers)

Meals for Day Students:

• Breakfast: Not included (eat at home before arriving)

• Lunch: NOT included in day student package, but optional lunch vouchers available for £120 (provides access to campus cafes and restaurants for the full 2-week period)

• Dinner: Not included (eat at home after departing campus)

Daily Schedule for Day Students:

• Arrive by 10:00 AM for morning sessions

• Participate in all academic content (lectures, workshops, legal work)

• Depart by 5:00 PM or after evening activities (if attending)

• No mandatory evening participation (but welcome to attend optional activities)

Cost Difference:

Day student fees will be significantly lower than residential fees (no accommodation, meals not included).

Important Notes:

• Day students must arrange their own travel to/from South Kensington

• Day students have the option to attend evening activities and weekend excursions at additional cost

• Day students are welcome to participate in social events and networking (optional)

• The full-day Royal Courts of Justice visit is included for day students

• Final projects and graduation ceremony are included for day students

Is Day Student Option Right for You?

Day student option works best if you:

• Live within 1 hour of South Kensington

• Prefer to maintain your normal living arrangements

• Want the core legal training and hands-on legal work without the residential experience

• Have family or personal commitments that make residential attendance difficult

For the full immersive experience—living as a university student, 24/7 peer community, evening activities, cultural excursions—the residential camp is recommended.

🎯 Beyond UCAS Points: Why This Camp Matters for Your University Application

This camp carries no UCAS points. And that's exactly why it's valuable for top university applications.

Russell Group universities—Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, LSE—don't base offers on total UCAS point counts. They prioritise specific A-Level grades in subjects relevant to your course. Small UCAS point qualifications (8-16 points) are "generally not significant for top-tier university admissions," according to official UCAS guidance.

What top universities actually value:

• Depth of legal knowledge – Engagement with complex legal concepts and real cases

• Genuine passion – Evidence you've explored law beyond the classroom

• Practical experience – Understanding what legal practice actually involves

• Concrete examples for your personal statement and interviews

• Confirmed commitment – Clarity that this is the right path for you

• Legal skills – Demonstrating real capability with legal research, advocacy, and analysis

Rather than chasing generic UCAS points, this camp gives you:

• Two weeks of immersive practical experience working with academics and practising lawyers

• Authentic legal skills (research, advocacy, negotiation, legal analysis)

• Real courtroom environments – observing trials at the Royal Courts of Justice

• Tangible achievements to discuss in interviews: "I argued a case in a mock Supreme Court," "I researched a judicial review," "I negotiated a settlement," "I cross-examined a witness"

• Clarity and confidence that law is genuinely your calling

• Professional networks with practising lawyers you can reference in applications

Top universities look for students who are truly passionate about their subject and have explored it deeply. This camp demonstrates that commitment far more effectively than extra UCAS points ever could.

As official UCAS guidance states:

"Choosing a course that is intellectually challenging and relevant to your ambitions will have a much greater impact than one that simply adds a few extra UCAS points. Top universities look for students who are truly passionate about their subject. Exploring it beyond the classroom will not only strengthen your application but also help you confirm that it's the right path for you."

This camp does exactly that.

🌟 Programme Highlights

• Learn from academics and practising lawyers across multiple legal disciplines

• Conduct real legal research using professional legal databases

• Develop authentic advocacy and negotiation skills

• Participate in simulated trials, tribunals, and appellate hearings

• Argue cases in mock courtrooms with legal professionals

• Negotiate settlements in realistic scenarios

• Full-day visit to the Royal Courts of Justice observing real legal proceedings

• Explore criminal law, family law, immigration law, and judicial review

• Attend guest speakers from leading law firms and the judiciary

• Explore world-class museums in London (Science Museum, V&A)

• Experience university life with Cambridge University tour

• Work on collaborative legal projects from research through advocacy

• Attend formal graduation ceremony with gala dinner

• Receive certificate of completion, detailed tutor report, and recommendation letter

• Build friendships with ambitious international students interested in law

• 24/7 pastoral support and supervision

• Stay in Imperial College halls like a real university student

💡 Why Choose This Camp

For Serious Law Applicants

If you're applying to law at top universities, you need more than grades. You need to demonstrate commitment, practical legal knowledge, and clarity that law is your calling. This two-week intensive does that.

For Students Considering Law But Not Certain

Worried you might not actually like law once you're doing it? This camp helps you find out. Many students confirm their passion for law—others discover they prefer a different legal specialism—and others find that law isn't their path. All outcomes are valuable. Better to know now than after a 3-year law degree.

For Students Who Want to Stand Out in Interviews

Law universities interview hundreds of students with A* grades. What differentiates you? Concrete legal experience. Being able to say "I argued a case in a mock Supreme Court," "I researched a judicial review," "I negotiated a settlement," "I cross-examined a witness" immediately sets you apart.

For Students Who Want Real Professional Insight

You'll learn from academics and practising lawyers who actually work in courts and law firms, not from teachers reciting textbooks. You'll understand the reality of legal practice—both the rewarding and challenging aspects.

For Students Looking for Authentic University Experience

Living in Imperial College halls, attending lectures at a prestigious institution, visiting the Royal Courts of Justice, exploring London—this gives you a genuine first taste of university life before you apply.

🏆 Overall Experience

The Future Lawyer camp is transformative. You'll arrive as an ambitious student with good grades wondering if law is genuinely for you. You'll leave with:

• Confirmed passion for law (or clarity that a different path is right)

• Tangible legal skills and practical experience

• Concrete stories to tell in university interviews

• A detailed letter from a lawyer/academic supporting your application

• Friendships with fellow ambitious law students from around the world

• Confidence in your next steps

Two weeks. Multiple legal disciplines. Real legal work in courtrooms. Arguing cases. Conducting legal research. Negotiating settlements. This isn't a summer holiday or a generic enrichment camp. It's the closest you'll get to legal education before actually starting a law degree.

By the end of this camp, you won't just be applying to law universities—you'll be ready for them.

📞 Get Started

Location: Prince's Gardens, Imperial College London

Age Range: 13–18 years old

Duration: 2 weeks residential (or flexible day student option)

Ready to launch your legal career?