Law LLB student Stella English talks to us about the benefits of receiving a scholarship<\/p>\n
How did you find out about the Scholarship\u00a0<\/span>schemes?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n From my lecturers and via my Inn (Lincoln\u2019s).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Can you tell us how this scholarship will help in your studies and\/or career aspirations?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The benefits of receiving an award are threefold. First, it is extremely confidence building. The journey to the bar is intense and requires a great deal of stamina. Support from Lincoln\u2019s Inn is reassuring proceeding from the LLB to bar school, knowing that my potential for practice has been recognised. Secondly, there is a perception that a scholarship enhances prospects for pupillage as the Inn have judged me as a good candidate for the bar. Finally, the financial award makes entry to bar school possible, which as a single parent would otherwise be a very real barrier.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n What are the other benefits of being involved?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n My involvement started long before receiving my scholarship. During the first year of my undergraduate degree, I applied to become a student member of Lincoln\u2019s Inn.\u00a0\u00a0It was vital to immerse myself in the profession and all that it has to offer. The benefit of being a member goes way beyond receiving a scholarship. Being an active student member has allowed me to become involved in the Inn\u2019s mooting club and qualifying sessions. I have found the community at Lincoln\u2019s Inn to be the most collegial and inspiring group of professionals I have ever known. The level of support which has been offered whether through general advice or other practical help has been nothing short of humbling.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Do you have any advice for anyone considering applying for Law and\/or scholarships?<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n In my opinion, it is necessary to have unshakeable belief and utter determination if you wish to pursue a career at the bar. A qualifying law degree, ideally first class or 2:1 is only the beginning. In order to have a real chance of success, it is crucial to become involved as early as possible in mooting; mock trials; and the Student Outdoor Clerking scheme and any of the many opportunities which Kent Law School offer. This demonstrates a real interest in the bar which is a prerequisite for scholarship and pupillage. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Above all, be yourself and respect others equally whether it be your fellow students or counsel and other legal professionals. They are the ones who will make your dream become a reality!\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n