Barristers: Education, Training, and Work

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What is the first step in the education and training route for barristers?

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Study for a Qualifying Law degree.

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What alternative route is available for prospective barristers who do not have a law degree?

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The non-law degree route (Graduate Diploma) is available.

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What is the Bar Vocational Course (BPTC) previously known as?

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It was previously known as Bar Training Course (BTC), Bar Practice Course (BPC), Bar Vocational Course (BVC), and Bar Vocational Studies (BVS).

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What happens after completing the Bar Vocational Course?

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You are called to ‘the bar’.

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How many Inns of Court are there?

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There are four Inns of Court.

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What is required of trainee barristers in relation to the Inns of Court?

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Trainee barristers must visit the Inns twelve times for various networking events and training.

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What is a pupillage?

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A one-year training period where each Chambers offers two pupillages each year.

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What is the salary for a pupillage?

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Around £16,000 a year.

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What can an experienced barrister apply for after 10-15 years in practice?

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They can apply to become a QC (Queen’s Counsel).

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Who appoints QCs?

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The General Council of the Bar & Law Society.