Nov 11 2015, 03:44 PM
QUOTE(lostinthefuture @ Sep 15 2015, 11:15 PM)
Hi there,
I have just graduated with a third class LLB from a university in the UK, which I am gravely ashamed about, obviously. Things had been pretty rough for me the past year which contributed to such bad performance. At this stage, I don't really know what to do with my life and honestly finding the best possible pathway that will lead me to practice law as this is not merely my dream but also my family aspiration.
Now that it is certain that I can't do the BPTC as the minimum requirement is a 2:2, I'm aware that I can actually pursue with the CLP. However, a point to be noted is that I'm in my mid 20s and I'm looking to sustain a job in the legal career but I'm afraid that there's no way I could possibly get a job with such a poor degree.
Prior to the LLB, I have got a Mass Communication degree, graduated with a 2:1 in hand as well. I'm looking to seek a legal career in the corporate world, mainly commercial or IP related so I can make best use of the both worlds.
On the facts that I am still here in the UK and can't take up CLP this year, I was considering to pursue with a LLM majoring in International Commercial Law, believing that it will further enhance my career options in the legal career. I've done some research but received contradicting feedback hence I'll appreciate to get a solid feedback from someone who's in that line or even recruiters to advise me if LLM is a way to go or is it just a waste of time and money.
On the other hand, I'm intending to retake my final year and work harder this time to improve my end results but that is due to the discretion of the university if they will allow me to do so. If they don't, I may have no choice but to pursue my Masters or to look for a job that will accept my rubbish degree.
Hope to hear from someone real real real soon as my life is at stake and I need to make a decision by two weeks the latest! :'(
Realistically, it will certainly affect your entry into any big corporations/firms with a 3rd class. However, please dont be disheartened or demoralised. Your job offer may not be as attractive, that does not mean that you're a bad lawyer. Judging from your post, you write coherently. What is the cause of your bad grade in your degree?I have just graduated with a third class LLB from a university in the UK, which I am gravely ashamed about, obviously. Things had been pretty rough for me the past year which contributed to such bad performance. At this stage, I don't really know what to do with my life and honestly finding the best possible pathway that will lead me to practice law as this is not merely my dream but also my family aspiration.
Now that it is certain that I can't do the BPTC as the minimum requirement is a 2:2, I'm aware that I can actually pursue with the CLP. However, a point to be noted is that I'm in my mid 20s and I'm looking to sustain a job in the legal career but I'm afraid that there's no way I could possibly get a job with such a poor degree.
Prior to the LLB, I have got a Mass Communication degree, graduated with a 2:1 in hand as well. I'm looking to seek a legal career in the corporate world, mainly commercial or IP related so I can make best use of the both worlds.
On the facts that I am still here in the UK and can't take up CLP this year, I was considering to pursue with a LLM majoring in International Commercial Law, believing that it will further enhance my career options in the legal career. I've done some research but received contradicting feedback hence I'll appreciate to get a solid feedback from someone who's in that line or even recruiters to advise me if LLM is a way to go or is it just a waste of time and money.
On the other hand, I'm intending to retake my final year and work harder this time to improve my end results but that is due to the discretion of the university if they will allow me to do so. If they don't, I may have no choice but to pursue my Masters or to look for a job that will accept my rubbish degree.
Hope to hear from someone real real real soon as my life is at stake and I need to make a decision by two weeks the latest! :'(
It is always your choice to prove yourself even if you end up working in a small firm or corporation, just be so good at what you're doing that people cant be bothered by your past results. I am of the view that your future should not be barred by your results. Speaking from experience, I have seen people who just cant excel at papers but if given time, they will be able to advise and present the point brilliantly. I have also met some book prize winners who can't even determine what is a consideration in contract. It is only the beginning of your life and it is never a rubbish degree, please be proud of what you have learnt. I am a law graduate and obtained a good 2:1 from a reputable university. I certainly think that securing a good result is not an uphill task in the UK. I am therefore not encouraging you to treat your 3rd class result as a pride. Rather, I am of the view that unless you really didn't learn anything, or please make use of what you have learnt and continue to improve. At the end of the day, result is not everything. If you're good at it, people will know and acknowledge it.
The plan of pursuing a master degree in law is a good idea. If you obtain a Merit or Distinction. it proves that you are capable of producing good marks. Otherwise, it will not be of much help for your job application if you merely obtain a mere pass in your master. It is crucial not to treat studying to only aim for better results, it is more important to really understand its application. Getting a 3rd is not the end, it only means you will need to work harder to prove yourself.
Good luck!
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