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Bridging the Bar

The Academy

2027 cycle

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What you need to do

Apply once for the Academy year with three written answers, a video presentation and two timed video questions.

You apply.

Where it takes place

The official page does not say.

Dates, as the organiser states them

On 26 Sep 2026 the official page showed applications not yet open.

Who can apply

For people from groups underrepresented at the Bar who are serious about a career as a barrister. Every candidate must be able to give photo ID, proof of address and a professional headshot. No stage of study is set.

  • First-years: not stated by the organiser
  • University restrictions: not stated by the organiser
  • The page sets no subject rule. The Academy prepares candidates for pupillage applications.
  • Hard restriction: “For all underrepresented groups at the Bar.”

Source (opens in a new tab), read 26 Sep 2026

Limits on applying

  • One application per Academy year. An unsuccessful applicant may apply again in the next cycle.

What to prepare

  • Written answers

Notes

Over one academic year each candidate is mentored by a practising barrister, gets advocacy interview training with chambers in their practice area, joins four small-group sessions with a life coach and can ask volunteer barristers for mock interviews and CV reviews. The Academy also shortlists candidates for its paid internship programmes, which may need security clearance. Attendance and all Academy work are compulsory. Successful applicants get the full schedule in September. The page does not say where the Academy is held, or whether the Academy itself is paid.

Sources and last check

Checked by software on 26 Sep 2026. Confirm on the official page before you rely on it.

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