Target Law for Teachers

The Target Law Mentoring Scheme is a two year long programme for Year 12 students from disadvantaged groups in non-selective state schools with the aspiration to enter a top law school.

About Target Law

The Target Law programme is designed for students from non-selective state schools within Greater London who meet selected eligibility criteria. Working with teachers and other educational professionals within schools is integral to the success of this programme. Teachers are key partners in raising awareness of UCL Laws and and a crucial part to play in facilitating fair access to opportunities and working with us to improve social mobility.

How you can become involved

Find out more about the programme and how you can help by watching our video.

Watch Target Law: introduction for teachers & schools on YouTube.
 

If some of your students are interested in studying Law or becoming a lawyer, encourage and support them in applying to take part in Target Law, or the UCL Law Summer School.

Signpost material relevant to making a successful application to UCL Laws, particularly the LNAT component of the application process.

Encourage them to attend some of our events, many of which are accessible online for free.

Target Law is a two year programme for Year 12 students from underrepresented backgrounds with the potential and aspiration to enter a top law school. The scheme takes places over two calendar years, starting from January in Year 12 and supporting participants through the entire UCAS application process. Participants will take part in ten mentoring sessions and have the opportunity to attend additional events at UCL Laws. 

Mentoring Scheme 

Successful applicants will be paired with a current UCL Laws student who will act as their designated mentor throughout the programme.  

Mentoring Sessions 

Each session is designed to help participants prepare for and become a competitive candidate for top law schools. Mentoring sessions include information and support on: 

  • Preparing your application to Law school. 
  • Personal Statements 
  • LNAT preparation and practise 
  • Court Visit 
  • Sample lectures 

Students will also get feedback from mentors on submitted written work in order to properly prepare for the application process. 

Events 

Participants are expected to attend all events, which will take place in a combination of in person and online formats. 

What is Target Law?


Target Law is UCL Laws' widening participation initiative, aimed at raising the attainment of high potential young people from underrepresented and disadvantaged groups in higher education and law school.

To speak to UCL Laws' WP Officer about volunteering or about becoming involved in the Target Law scheme, please email wplaws@ucl.ac.uk.