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Overview
Strong communication and advocacy skills are essential for every new lawyer. This Advocacy and Communication course at BPP University offers a practical introduction to questioning, witness handling, trial structure and persuasive speaking, making it the perfect bridge between academic study and specialist advocacy programmes.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Communicate effectively with clients, expert witnesses and opposing lawyers
- Use questioning techniques and active listening when interviewing witnesses
- Prepare and deliver examination‑in‑chief, cross‑examination and re‑examination
- Understand the structure and flow of a trial
- Prepare and deliver persuasive opening and closing speeches
- Apply core advocacy principles in a realistic, supportive environment
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Professional legal communication
- Client, expert and opponent communication skills
- Questioning techniques and active listening
- Practical exercises in witness interviewing
- Examination‑in‑chief, cross‑examination and re‑examination
- Trial structure and sequencing
- Preparing and delivering opening and closing speeches
- Advocacy exercises with feedback
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
- Part-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Legal Studies View 41 other Short Courses in Legal Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Who is the course for?
- This course is ideal for SQE trainees, junior solicitors and anyone at the start of their litigation or advocacy journey.
- It is also suitable for practitioners who want to build confidence in communicating with clients, witnesses and opponents while developing core advocacy skills ahead of more specialist or higher‑rights training.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents540 GBP / full≈ 540 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents540 GBP / full≈ 540 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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