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    Law Taster Course

    by Reach Cambridge

    Explore legal principles, the justice system and real-life cases through a five-hour Cambridge taster that develops critical thinking and argumentation.

    Last verified: 3 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
    Law Taster Course

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    Law Taster Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Recently closed

    Eligibility

    Main summer course required

    Age range / Year group

    14-18

    Location / Region

    Cambridge, UK

    Cost

    £595

    Duration

    5 hours

    Format

    In-person taster

    Latest deadline

    3 August 2026

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    Law & justice

    Language: English

    Accommodation: University college residence

    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate of attendance

    Sessions / cadence: 2 weekday afternoons, 5 hours

    Accreditation: BAC short-course provider

    Law Taster Course summary

    A short introduction to law covering legal principles, the justice system and real-life case studies.

    Students practise critical thinking and argumentation while exploring how law shapes society.

    It suits students testing whether law could be a future degree or career, but it must accompany a main summer subject.

    What is Law Taster Course?

    The Law Taster Course is an optional Reach Cambridge add-on that introduces legal principles, the justice system and real-life case studies. It runs during the residential summer programme in Cambridge alongside a student's main academic subject.

    Across two weekday afternoons, students consider how law operates and shapes society. The practical focus is on critical thinking and argumentation, making the course a compact way to test interest in a future law degree or career.

    Why Succeed highlights Law Taster Course

    • It gives students a focused introduction to law without requiring them to make it their main summer subject.

    • Real-life case studies connect legal principles to the operation of the justice system.

    • The course explicitly develops critical thinking and argumentation skills relevant beyond law.

    • Five hours across two afternoons offers a manageable way to test academic interest.

    • Students receive a certificate of attendance covering their taster course.

    Who is Law Taster Course for?

    Best for

    Students curious about a law degree or career who want a short, case-based introduction alongside another academic subject.

    Not ideal if

    You want a standalone law programme, extensive legal study or every afternoon free for activities.

    Is Law Taster Course worth it?

    It can be worthwhile for a student who is genuinely considering law but is not ready to commit their main summer course to the subject. The focused combination of legal principles, cases and argumentation should provide a useful first test of academic fit.

    The limitation is depth: five hours cannot replicate a full law course, and the taster costs extra on top of the main residential programme. It also uses two afternoons that would otherwise be available for activities or free time.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £595; includes Five hours of teaching, Relevant excursions outside the classroom, Required course materials, Certificate of attendance.

    Accommodation

    University college residence

    Provider details

    Review the Reach Cambridge provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    5 hours; Cambridge, UK.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Law Taster Course need?

    Effort level

    Moderate.

    Best started

    Begin the main application two to three weeks before 3 August.

    Main challenge

    Forming clear arguments from unfamiliar legal cases.

    Typical preparation

    • Read a short introduction to the UK justice system.

    • Choose a legal issue you would be comfortable discussing.

    • Practise explaining both sides of a simple dispute.

    • Prepare the main programme application and personal statement first.

    Useful if

    You are considering law as a degree or career.

    What do students do on Law Taster Course?

    Students explore legal ideas through teaching, justice-system discussion and real-life case studies, with an emphasis on critical thinking and argumentation.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Join the mandatory main academic course during morning classes.

    2. 2

      Attend the Law taster across two weekday afternoons.

    3. 3

      Explore key legal principles and how the justice system operates.

    4. 4

      Examine real-life cases and consider their legal issues.

    5. 5

      Practise critical thinking and build reasoned arguments.

    6. 6

      Receive a certificate of attendance after the programme.

    Law Taster Course dates and deadlines

    Summer Program 2

    19 July-1 August 2026

    Taster held across two weekday afternoons.

    Reference date
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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Aged 14-18 during the programme year

    • Open to students of all nationalities

    • Main summer academic course must also be selected

    • Academic English proficiency advised

    • Personal statement required after applying

    • Transcript or English test may be requested

    How much does Law Taster Course cost?

    Law taster fee

    £595 — Two tasters cost £995.

    Funding or discounts

    • Scholarship route: Essay competition — A very small number of awards support exceptional applicants.
    • Refer a friend: £100 each — Conditions apply to the referral code and deposit.
    • Sibling discount: £300 — Available for eligible sibling bookings or alumni siblings.

    What's included

    Five hours of teaching, Relevant excursions outside the classroom, Required course materials, Certificate of attendance

    How to apply to Law Taster Course

    1. 1

      Complete the online application form for a Reach Cambridge summer programme.

    2. 2

      Select one mandatory main academic subject.

    3. 3

      Add the Law taster during the application process.

    4. 4

      Pay the deposit to confirm enrolment, subject to availability.

    5. 5

      Complete the online account and submit the personal statement within 30 days.

    6. 6

      Provide a transcript or English test if requested.

    What does Law Taster Course cover?

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Legal principles

    Build an introductory understanding of core ideas in law.

    The justice system

    Explore how the justice system operates in practice.

    Real-life case studies

    Use cases to connect legal ideas with real situations.

    Legal argumentation

    Practise critical thinking and reasoned argument.

    Law and society

    Consider how law shapes society and everyday life.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Law Taster Course?

    A typical day during the programme.

    Main subject classes

    Academic tuition for the mandatory main course runs before lunch.

    Law taster

    Five hours of taster teaching are spread across two weekday afternoons.

    Lecture and activities

    Students join the wider programme for an evening lecture and activities.

    Who teaches on Law Taster Course?

    Reach Cambridge's teaching body includes fellows, professors, researchers, postgraduates and subject specialists, many connected with leading institutions such as Cambridge, Oxford and London universities. Practising professionals may also contribute their expertise.

    Teachers have significant autonomy to shape courses around their subject expertise.

    Where do students stay on Law Taster Course?

    Residential plan

    • College accommodation: Students stay on site in a Cambridge University college.
    • Half-board meals: Breakfast and lunch or dinner are provided, with breakfast only on excursion days.
    • Resident supervision: Supervisors live alongside students and staff support is available 24 hours.
    • Activities and excursions: Afternoon and evening activities accompany supervised UK excursions.

    Standard accommodation uses single or twin rooms with shared bathrooms; guaranteed single and ensuite options cost extra and depend on availability.

    What happens after Law Taster Course?

    After completing this programme, participants often pursue:

    Use the experience to test interest in a law degree.

    Build introductory legal vocabulary and conceptual awareness.

    Strengthen critical thinking and argumentation skills.

    Record the taster through a certificate of attendance.

    Continue learning through the certificate's course overview and reading section.

    The course does not award formal academic credit or a qualification.

    Where does Law Taster Course take place?

    The taster runs during Reach Cambridge's residential summer programmes in central Cambridge. Students live and study in Cambridge University college accommodation while using the historic university city as the setting for their wider programme experience.

    Reach Cambridge is independent of the University of Cambridge and hires university accommodation and facilities.

    Law Taster Course FAQs

    Students explore key legal principles, how the justice system operates and real-life case studies. The course also develops critical thinking and argumentation.

    No. Students must select a mandatory main academic course and add the Law taster to their Reach Cambridge summer application.

    It provides five hours of teaching across two weekday afternoons during the summer programme.

    Yes. Each taster involves missing two afternoons of programme activities and free time.

    The £595 fee covers five hours of teaching, relevant excursions outside the classroom and any required materials.

    Yes. Reach Cambridge gives students a certificate of attendance for their academic and taster courses, including a course overview and further-reading section.

    It is designed for students with a passion or curiosity for law, including those considering the subject as a future degree or career.

    Yes. Students who have already submitted their application can email Reach Cambridge to request changes to their online account.

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    • Terms & Conditions (Updated 2026) - Reach Cambridge
    • Useful Info - Reach Cambridge
    • Summer Programs - Reach Cambridge
    • Apply - Reach Cambridge
    • Reach Cambridge Summer 2026 Program Overview
    • Tasters - Reach Cambridge

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