Employability Skills for Law Students is designed to help you: * identify the academic, practical and transferable skills that can be developed whilst studying for a law degree; * recognise the value of those skills to employers (within both law and non-law professions); * identify any gaps in your skills portfolio; * maximise opportunities to develop new skills through participation in a range of activities; * effectively demonstrate your skills to potential employers; * improve your employability prospects on graduation from university. Whether you are in your first year or your last, this book will ensure you make the most of your time at university, developing skills inside and outside the lecture theatre, so that you are in the best possible position to pursue your chosen career on graduation - as a solicitor, barrister, or a completely different profession. An interactive Online Resource Centre provides a range practical activities designed to give you opportunities to practise and receive feedback upon the skills you are developing.

About the Author
In addition to their academic research publications, Emily and Stefan are established and experienced authors of skills texts for the Higher Education market. They are both Fellows of the Higher Education Academy and have won multiple teaching awards - Emily at Brunel University and the University of Reading, and Stefan at Brunel and the University of Leeds.

Reviews
A must buy for any law student determined to make their mark on the legal job-market - I highly recommend it * George Laurencin, Head of Employability, School of Law and Social Sciences, University of East London *
If you are thinking of starting an undergraduate law degree, or have already started it, you should seriously consider buying a copy of Employability Skills for Law Students. * The Student Law Journal *
If you spend some time reading the tips, you will be better prepared and maximise your prospects of a successful outcome. At less than GBP30, Employability Skills for Law Students is a very worthwhile investment. * The Student Law Journal *



Book Information
ISBN 9780199663231
Author Emily Finch
Format Paperback
Page Count 370
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 572g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 174mm * 20mm