University of Law - London Moorgate
2 Bunhill Row, London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Program Summary
The Bar Practice Course (BPC), previously the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC), is the qualifying postgraduate course allowing graduates to prepare and practise as barristers in England and Wales. It is the vocational stage of training, which you’re required to pass before you can go on to complete the final, practical stage of training; pupillage. Give yourself the best chance to secure pupillage and prepare for life as a barrister with our high quality tutoring, designed and delivered by qualified practitioners with unparalleled experiences in delivering advocacy.
The Bar Practice Course provides an ideal environment for developing the confidence, communication skills and leadership students will need to thrive at the Bar. With the University of Law's experienced academic team and advanced learning technology, students will gain the expertise and experience needed to start their career as a barrister.
Academic Background
Minimum Level of Education Completed
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Minimum GPA
70%
Minimum Language Test Scores
TOEFL
102
IELTS
7.5
Reading
7.5
Writing
7.5
Listening
7.5
Speaking
7.5
PTE
78
Reading
75
Writing
88
Listening
75
Speaking
75
Program Intakes
September 2025
Open date
January 1, 2025
Submission deadline
July 1, 2025
July 2026
Open date
November 1, 2025
Submission deadline
May 1, 2026
Cost and Duration
Postgraduate Diploma
Program Level
1 year postgraduate diploma
Program Length
£15180 GBP
Cost of Living
£0 GBP
Application fee
£14200 GBP / First Year
Gross Tuition
Study Destinations
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