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Bar Practice Course Qualifying postgraduate course for aspiring Barristers
LLM Master of Laws Postgraduate Law
BAR PRACTICE COURSE
Full Time On Campus
Entry Requirements: LLB Law Degree, MA Law, Graduate Diploma in Law
Start Dates: January, July, September 2026
Duration: One Year
Fees: BPC London £18,100 BPC LLM £21,100
Fees: BPC Outside of London £16,450 BPC LLM £19,200
Available at multiple campuses across England
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The Bar Practice Course (formally known as the BPTC or BVC) is designed to help you secure Pupillage and prepare for your career as a Barrister.
Becoming a Barrister in England and Wales follows a structured, two-stage path.
Step 1: A Qualifying Law Degree
You’ll need one of the following:
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LLB Law – an undergraduate degree equivalent to a BA or BSc in law.
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A law conversion course – If you studied a non-law subject, you can take the Postgraduate Diploma in Law (PGDL) or the MA Law (Conversion).
Step 2: The Bar Practice Course (BPC)
The BPC is the essential postgraduate vocational course that prepares you to practise as a barrister. Passing the BPC is required before moving on to Pupillage—the final stage of training.
What Makes a Great Barrister?
Beyond qualifications, successful Barristers possess a unique mix of skills:
- Advocacy & Communication – The ability to argue clearly and represent others effectively.
- Analytical Thinking – A logical, detail-oriented approach to complex legal problems.
- Resilience & Discipline – Stamina, self-motivation, and calmness under pressure.
- Professional Integrity – A strong ethical foundation and responsible attitude.
- Interpersonal Skills – The ability to work with diverse clients, colleagues, and judges.
To become a Barrister, you must complete the vocational stage:
- Undertake Pupillage, a structured apprenticeship in chambers or another approved legal setting.
- Successfully complete Pupillage to qualify with Right of Audience – the right to represent clients in court.
Your Call to the Bar - After Pupillage, you’ll be called to the Bar and formally recognised as a practising Barrister.
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LLM Master of Laws
Entry Requirements: Undergraduate Degree plus knowledge of the seven pillars of law.
Start Dates: February, October 2026
Duration: One Year
Fees: UK Students from £14,000
Fees: International Students from £19,050
Available online and at multiple campuses across England
Ready to start your LLM Master of Laws Online or On Campus?
Morrison Consults are here to help you apply today!
The LLM Master of Laws is designed for law and non-law graduates who want to enhance their academic legal knowledge and open up a range of career pathways. Students can enjoy maximum flexibility in the choice of modules and dissertation topic whether you wish to study online or on campus.
When considering an LLM Master of Laws, you have the following options:
- LLM Master of Laws (General)
- LLM Corporate Governance
- LLM Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
- LLM International Human Rights Law
- LLM Medical Law and Ethics
- LLM International Energy Law
- LLM Finance Law
- LLM International Medical Law
- LLM International Child Law
- LLM Journalism and the Law
- LLM Maritime Law
- LLM Legal Ethics
- LLM Construction Law
- LLM Healthcare Regulations
- LLM International Criminal Law
- LLM Banking and Debt Finance
Scholarships or Bursaries: Multiple discounts and scholarships available.
AVAILABLE TO STUDY ONLINE OR AT A UK UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
