I. THINKING ABOUT STUDYING LAW

1. What is law?

2. Four reasons for studying law

3. Why not just do a conversion course?

4. But is law the right subject for me?

II. PREPARING TO STUDY LAW

5. Arguing effectively (1): logical arguments

6. Arguing effectively (2): speculative arguments

7. Choosing a university

8. The LNAT and other law tests

9. Tips for interview

10. Some traps to avoid

11. Some advice before you start your studies

III. STUDYING LAW

12. The challenges ahead

13. A mini-dictionary of English law

14. General tips on studying law

15. Using a textbook

16. Reading cases

17. A brief history of law reporting

18. Looking at statutes

19.Reading articles

20. Using the Internet

21. Your teachers and you

22. Your fellow students

23. Making the most of your time

IV. PREPARING FOR YOUR EXAMS

24. Writing essays

25. A sample essay

26. Writing a dissertation

27. Discussing problem questions

28. Coping with stress

29. Tips on revising

30. Last advice before the exams

V. MOVING ON

31. Preparing for what's next

32. Some final words of advice

Appendix A. A Proust Questionnaire

Appendix B. Preface to the Third Edition of McBride &Bagshaw, Tort Law

Appendix C. Century Insurance Co Ltd v Northern Ireland Road Transport Board [1942] AC 509

Appendix D. 'Reasons to study law' - a speech delivered at Dr Challoner's High School, on January 19, 2012