Letters to a Law Student 3rd edn : A guide to studying law at university.
McBride, Nicholas J.
Letters to a Law Student 3rd edn : A guide to studying law at university. - 3rd ed. - 1 online resource (432 pages)
Cover -- Cover2 -- Half Title Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication Page -- Table of Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- PART 1: Thinking About Studying Law -- Letter 1: What Is Law? -- Letter 2: Four Reasons for Studying Law -- Letter 3: Why Not Just Do a Conversion Course? -- Letter 4: But Is Law the Right Subject for Me? -- PART 2: Preparing to Study Law -- Letter 5: Arguing Effectively (1): Logical Arguments -- Letter 6: Arguing Effectively (2): Speculative Arguments -- Letter 7: Choosing a University -- Letter 8: The LNAT and Other Law Tests -- Letter 9: Tips for Interview -- Letter 10: Some Traps to Avoid -- Letter 11: Some Advice Before You Start Your Studies -- PART 3: Studying Law -- Letter 12: The Challenges Ahead -- Letter 13: A Mini-Dictionary of English Law -- Letter 14: General Tips on Studying Law -- Letter 15: Using a Textbook -- Letter 16: Reading Cases -- Letter 17: A Brief History of Law Reporting -- Letter 18: Looking at Statutes -- Letter 19: Reading Articles -- Letter 20: Using the Internet -- Letter 21: Your Teachers and You -- Letter 22: Your Fellow Students -- Letter 23: Making the Most of Your Time -- PART 4: Preparing for Your Exams -- Letter 24: Writing Essays -- Letter 25: A Sample Essay -- Letter 26: Writing a Dissertation -- Letter 27: Discussing Problem Questions -- Letter 28: Coping with Stress -- Letter 29: Tips on Revising -- Letter 30: Last Advice Before the Exams -- PART 5: Moving On -- Letter 31: Preparing for What's Next -- Letter 32: Some Final Words of Advice -- APPENDIX A: A Proust Questionnaire -- APPENDIX B: Preface: The Tort Wars -- APPENDIX C: Century Insurance V Northern Ireland Road Transport Board [1942] A.C. 509 -- APPENDIX D: 'Reasons for Studying Law' - a speech delivered at Dr Challoner's High School, on January 19, 2012 -- End Notes -- Index.
Letters to a Law Student relays all that a prospective law student needs to know before embarking on their studies. It provides a useful guide to those considering a law degree or conversion course and helps students prepare for what can be a daunting first year of study.
9781447922681
Electronic books.
KD442.M36 2013
340.071142
Letters to a Law Student 3rd edn : A guide to studying law at university. - 3rd ed. - 1 online resource (432 pages)
Cover -- Cover2 -- Half Title Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication Page -- Table of Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- PART 1: Thinking About Studying Law -- Letter 1: What Is Law? -- Letter 2: Four Reasons for Studying Law -- Letter 3: Why Not Just Do a Conversion Course? -- Letter 4: But Is Law the Right Subject for Me? -- PART 2: Preparing to Study Law -- Letter 5: Arguing Effectively (1): Logical Arguments -- Letter 6: Arguing Effectively (2): Speculative Arguments -- Letter 7: Choosing a University -- Letter 8: The LNAT and Other Law Tests -- Letter 9: Tips for Interview -- Letter 10: Some Traps to Avoid -- Letter 11: Some Advice Before You Start Your Studies -- PART 3: Studying Law -- Letter 12: The Challenges Ahead -- Letter 13: A Mini-Dictionary of English Law -- Letter 14: General Tips on Studying Law -- Letter 15: Using a Textbook -- Letter 16: Reading Cases -- Letter 17: A Brief History of Law Reporting -- Letter 18: Looking at Statutes -- Letter 19: Reading Articles -- Letter 20: Using the Internet -- Letter 21: Your Teachers and You -- Letter 22: Your Fellow Students -- Letter 23: Making the Most of Your Time -- PART 4: Preparing for Your Exams -- Letter 24: Writing Essays -- Letter 25: A Sample Essay -- Letter 26: Writing a Dissertation -- Letter 27: Discussing Problem Questions -- Letter 28: Coping with Stress -- Letter 29: Tips on Revising -- Letter 30: Last Advice Before the Exams -- PART 5: Moving On -- Letter 31: Preparing for What's Next -- Letter 32: Some Final Words of Advice -- APPENDIX A: A Proust Questionnaire -- APPENDIX B: Preface: The Tort Wars -- APPENDIX C: Century Insurance V Northern Ireland Road Transport Board [1942] A.C. 509 -- APPENDIX D: 'Reasons for Studying Law' - a speech delivered at Dr Challoner's High School, on January 19, 2012 -- End Notes -- Index.
Letters to a Law Student relays all that a prospective law student needs to know before embarking on their studies. It provides a useful guide to those considering a law degree or conversion course and helps students prepare for what can be a daunting first year of study.
9781447922681
Electronic books.
KD442.M36 2013
340.071142