University of Aberdeen

DPLP - Professional Legal Practice

University of AberdeenAberdeen, United Kingdom

Course overview

The DPLP is a practical transaction-based learning programme that aims to prepare suitably qualified graduates for legal practice in Scotland. Building on our strong links with the legal profession, we see the Diploma as the crucial bridge from your law degree to the world of practice.

Key highlights

  • Practical, transaction-based learning programme
  • Prepares graduates for legal practice in Scotland
  • Builds on strong links with the legal profession
  • Bridges the gap between a law degree and practice

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall (Listening 5.5, Reading 6.0, Speaking 5.5, Writing 6.0) (Reading 6, Writing 6, Listening 5.5, Speaking 5.5)

Scholarships

  • Aberdeen Alumni Discount

    The Aberdeen Alumni Discount provides a 20% discount for University of Aberdeen graduates.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

    The University of Aberdeen is delighted to offer self-funded international on campus postgraduate Masters students a £8,000 tuition fee waiver.

    Up to £8,000
  • CB Davidson Fund

    Please note that awards, except in exceptional circumstances, will not exceed £2,500 and in most instances will be less.

  • Divinity Affiliated Institutions Scholarships

    The Divinity department at the University of Aberdeen offers a 10% tuition fee discount for students of our affiliated institutions.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • NHS Staff Discount

    The University of Aberdeen NHS discount is a 10% discount offered to all NHS staff.

    Up to 10% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Trainee solicitor
  • Solicitor
  • Advocate
  • In-house legal counsel
  • Procurator fiscal depute

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Aberdeen, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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