Law
A Law degree offers a rich and diverse path to understanding systems and relationships that govern the world around you. It provides you with an exceptional opportunity to develop a range of vital academic and practical skills of much wider value.
You will learn to think critically and rigorously. You will learn how to express your views effectively both in writing and in oral discussion: clearly, precisely, concisely. You will learn how to persuade others of your point of view. You will develop a sharp analytical mindset which enables you sift large amounts of material in a short space of time.
- UCAS Code: M100
- Campus Code: 4
- Duration: 3 years
- Places per year: 8
Entry requirements
Minimum offer level
A-Level: A*AA
IB Diploma: 42 points, with 776 at Higher Level
Please also read our Entry Requirements page.
Subject requirements
We do not ask for any specific subjects, though for a strong application we would recommend academic rather than vocational subjects. The study of Law at GCSE or A Level is not required and neither advantages or disadvantages candidates at any stage of the admissions process.
Why Trinity Hall?
Law has been at the heart of Trinity Hall since its foundation in 1350, when the College was established to train lawyers and clergy. This long tradition continues to shape a close-knit and well-supported legal community today. You’ll be taught by Fellows with expertise across a wide range of areas, including criminal law, international law, constitutional law and property law, who are closely involved in teaching throughout the course.
You’ll study in an inspiring setting, with the College’s law collection housed in the Jerwood Library overlooking the river, and join a community with a strong record of graduates securing roles in leading law firms and barristers’ chambers, as well as going on to become senior judges, including a recent Lady Justice of Appeal and Lord Chief Justice.
Beyond your degree, the Trinity Hall Law Society offers opportunities to develop practical skills and explore careers through moots, workshops and events with practitioners. Academic achievement is recognised through prizes in the Law Tripos, alongside funding from the Dr Coopers’ Fund to support postgraduate study.
Our academics
Directors of Studies
Other Fellows
Law at Cambridge
Admissions process
Written work
None required.
Admissions assessment
All applicants for Law are required to take the National Admissions Test for Law (LNAT) at an authorised assessment centre. You must register in advance for this test.
See the University’s LNAT page for further information.
Interviews
Two interviews of around 25 minutes each. The interviews focus primarily on exercises designed to assess academic ability and potential. The exercise may be based on reading material given to the candidate prior to each interview. Prior knowledge of the law is neither expected nor assumed.
