Studying Scots law - Hector L MacQueen

After a brief introduction to the Scottish legal system and the legal profession, this text addresses the educational and training requirements for entry to the Scottish legal profession. It gives guidance on choosing a degree course; the constituent parts of a law degree; professional training for admission to either the Law Society of Scotland or the Faculty of Advocates; and the possible sources of funding.;"Studying Scots Law" should provide the new student on LLB and related courses with advice on how to survive the course and how to maximize the opportunities offered by university or college life. The topics covered include such practical matters as how to use a law library; managing private study time; researching legal problems; preparing essays; and examination techniques.;This book is designed to provide aspiring lawyers with a companion throughout their period of study. It provides guidance on all aspects of studying law and qualifying as a lawyer - from how to choose the appropriate academic course to sitting the professional examinations.;Dr MacQueen is a member of the Legal Education Committee of the Law Society of Scotland.