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A Legal Yankee in King Arthur's Court: Studying Law in the U.S. & U.K London LLB External London LLB University of London International Programme LLB Student Blog Just thought I'd share a link to a store that has all the law books for studying on the LLB at University of London International. The prices are affordable: Wildy & Sons Ltd. (Materials are arranged by subject which is especially helpful). Based in UK. Some can be found on Amazon, too. http://www.wildy.com/llb-university-of-london-international-programmes The UoL LLB Booklist: http://www.londoninternational.ac.uk/sites/default/files/documents/laws_booklist_2014-15.pdf updated for 2015-16: http://www.londoninternational.ac.uk/sites/default/files/documents/laws_booklist_2015-16.pdf From what I understand, the University of London International Programme does include primary texts in the box of materials they send out. However, there are several additional texts that are supplemental and recommended. It is also suggested that laws students read law journals and reports as well. They also recommend to start studying and reading as soon as you know you are going to register; the earlier the better. So while you may not be officially enrolled, you should definitely get started because from what I've heard and read, this programme is very rigorous and exams are challenging. It is for this reason that I've decided to begin reading, obtaining the supplemental texts now BEFORE I apply and register. Update 12-28-2015: Books are no longer included in materials from the university, except statute books. Is there anyone else out there studying for the program, prior to registering? If so, let me know. I'd like to hear from you! I'm sure others would appreciate your input as well. So, feel free to post a comment below. The Law School Bible I took a little time today to read The Law School Bible, and it definitely was informative. This book is completely about alternative ways to study law; it is not for students intending on going the traditional route. The book, which is an easy read, covers everything from law office or judge chamber study to getting an LLB overseas. Note: All of these options are not available in every state, but California is an exception. While there are many avenues to sit the bar in California, CalBar does, however, administer the most difficult Bar examination in the country. I highly recommend that anyone thinking about studying the law in a nontraditional way, whether by correspondence, online, attorney apprentice, etc., should read it. Good thing, the author Peter Loughlin has made it available online for free reading! Here it is: http://www.lawschoolbible.com/introduction The reason that I'm choosing to study law with University of London LLB International Programme is not only because the institution is world-class, but the degree itself is known to be of outstanding reputation. Also, my aim is to study law from an international perspective, not simply from the view of a U.S. citizen, which in my opinion will limit my understanding. I'm already seeing the great difference in perspective studying texts that I'm currently reading thus far. It is not my primary objective to practice law here in the states, so I'm not bound by the policies and such of the bar here in California (where I currently reside) or the ABA. I'm studying law to compliment my current field of choice which is Social Work. However, I was advised that it is possible to qualify to sit for the CA Bar Exam upon completing additional coursework after successful completion of the LL.B. It is important for anyone going about law studies through University of London LLB in the states, if they wish to sit the bar exam, to be sure to check with the bar in the jurisdiction they want to practice law in. University of London advises to get the information in writing directly from the state bar because the policies and rules do change. It is important to know that the UOL LLB is the qualifying law degree for practicing law in the UK and many other countries around the world. Here is the link to University of London LLB International Programmes, USA Info Page Here is the current 2014-2015 UoL LLB Prospectus, if you're interested. Are you a USA student studying on the LL.B with UoL? If so, why choose the University of London? I'd be interested in your response! I'm sure others will too. Feel free to leave a comment below. Update August 27, 2015: I am now in graduate school earning the Masters in Psychology, emphasis in Addiction. This is a change from the MSW (Masters in Social Work), Update October 12, 2018: I graduated from the MS Addiction program last October 2018. I've been working in the addiction field as a counselor for about a year now. Currently working on resuming law studies. |
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