Case law vs statute law
Before I begin the actual blog post: I’ve posted some of my old notes from first and second year, which you can find at the bottom of the page. But, if you’re curious as to what I have to say about the difference between case law and statute law and what that has to […]
Studybucks: Christmas Edition ?❄️??⛄️
It’s holiday season. The days are short and cold, the nights longer and colder. Hundreds of glittering lights fill the air, which is thick scents of cinnamon, gingerbread and the sound of festive music. It’s a wonderful time of year, to say the least. And it’s around this time of year that I love to […]
The Key to Constitutional Law
So one thing I became aware of last year, is that people really struggle with constitutional and administrative law – and for a while, I was a little confused. It was by far my favourite module, and something I both found and thought was so simple. And then I realized, a massive part of why […]
Staying off the Naughty List: How to have a productive Christmas
Christmas break is nearly upon us. That must feel good to read – especially if you’re first years. Nonetheless, do not waste the time you’ll soon have. Here are some tips on making the most of your break to ensure you can nail that first class honours. Study Leave First thing: don’t call it Christmas […]
My November went extremely downhill…
Back in November of second year, I wrote a blog post about being overwhelmed by deadlines and I dubbed it ‘Novdeadber’ because that’s what it feels like. Luckily, in Law, we don’t have midterms or tests during term. Instead, we’ve got competitions, moots, and non-assessed essays, and application deadlines for training contracts/pupillages, vacation schemes, Open […]
The Devil has a form and its name is OSCOLA
So you’re doing your first essay – or any Law school essay, for that matter, and now it’s time to reference. (Top Tip: Reference, as you go, never leave it till the end. I know people who have left it, and it made their life hell.) Nonetheless, gone are the days of nice and easy […]
Tutorials: A 101 Guide
Tutorials. You might be wondering what that even means – I know I had no clue when I started university. When I did begin them I found them to be a source of high stress. Sleepless nights ensued – and not from late-night partying. But, they don’t have to be so daunting, and if done […]
How to take notes effectively
So you’ve started lectures – or at least are starting them very soon. Chances are, unless you went to a few select colleges, you’ve never experienced this type of learning before – and it can be daunting. I completely understand. The lecturer is talking at you super fast – in an accent that you […]
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