Speak Up Session
Students will prepare and perform a 5-minute oral presentation on any non-legal topic of personal interest to them. This could a hobby or sport, a current news item or any other subject in which you have a particular interest. Students will receive feedback from tutors and students in the room.
Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): Various
Details:
QS value: 1
QS theme: Advocacy Skills
Interactive?: Yes
Materials and Preparation: Students will be required to prepare a 5 minute presentation (withoutvisual aids) to perform on the day.
Learning Outcomes: At the end of this Qualifying Session students will be able to:
· Recognise some strengths and weaknesses as an advocate.
· Apply feedback and improve advocacy skills.
Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here)
1.11 : Ensure they are fully prepared.
1.15 : Have persuasive oral advocacy skills.