Just received formal offer and self service log in details, almost 10 business days to the minute after receiving the conditional offer email from Ms Wade.

Just received formal offer and self service log in details, almost 10 business days to the minute after receiving the conditional offer email from Ms Wade.

Hi all,

I got a conditional offer for the MCL programme a while ago and recently also received a conditional offer from Oxford for the MLF. I’m trying to decide between the two.

Any thoughts? If it helps, I want to qualify as a solicitor in the UK so obv considering what gives me best chances at a TC.

Thanks! And good luck to all.

Just received formal offer and self service log in details, almost 10 business days to the minute after receiving the conditional offer email from Ms Wade.

Hi, I applied for the MCL but haven't submitted my IELTS score result. I currently have 2 IELTS results. The first IELTS was taken in August 2018 with the following scores: 8.5 for reading, 8.5 for listening, 6.5 for writing, 7.5 for speaking and 8 for overall score. The second IELTS was taken in February 2019 with the following scores: 7.5 for reading, 9 for listening, 6.5 for writing, 8 for speaking and 8 for overall score. I know that the MCL requires applicants to have at least 7 for writing and that both of my writing scores miss this requirement by 0.5. But I plan to submit one of my results anyway, given the nearing submission deadline.

Does anyone have any insights on whether I should submit the first test or the second one? Personally I am more inclined to submit the first test (i.e. the August 2018 one) because at least the reading score is pretty high and I have this assumption that a law school may pay more attention to the reading and writing elements. However, any opinions or insights on this would be very much appreciated!

In any case, does anyone know how strict Cambridge is when it comes to English language requirement? I did my LL.B. in a top Russel Group uni but not sure if this will have any impact.

Thanks in advance!

Hi, does anyone happen to know what the odds are of securing funding that we do not have to expressly apply for (i.e by just indicating that we will like to be considered for funding?)

Hi, I applied for the MCL but haven't submitted my IELTS score result. I currently have 2 IELTS results. The first IELTS was taken in August 2018 with the following scores: 8.5 for reading, 8.5 for listening, 6.5 for writing, 7.5 for speaking and 8 for overall score. The second IELTS was taken in February 2019 with the following scores: 7.5 for reading, 9 for listening, 6.5 for writing, 8 for speaking and 8 for overall score. I know that the MCL requires applicants to have at least 7 for writing and that both of my writing scores miss this requirement by 0.5. But I plan to submit one of my results anyway, given the nearing submission deadline.

Does anyone have any insights on whether I should submit the first test or the second one? Personally I am more inclined to submit the first test (i.e. the August 2018 one) because at least the reading score is pretty high and I have this assumption that a law school may pay more attention to the reading and writing elements. However, any opinions or insights on this would be very much appreciated!

In any case, does anyone know how strict Cambridge is when it comes to English language requirement? I did my LL.B. in a top Russel Group uni but not sure if this will have any impact.

Thanks in advance!

I am in the same situation as ss_93, haven't submitted my IELTS score yet and haven't achieved the required scores as well, and the MCL language proof submission deadline is on the 15th of March. So what do you guys think? Shall I upload my IELTS Certificate regardless of my current score or wait until I hear back from them? However, I intend to re-do the exam soon it is just that I'm worried about the written deadline are they strict about it? Like is it a must to submit the required score by 15th of March?

Thanks in advance!

Are UK nationals required to take the IELTS?

College offer received. First preference. Almost a week to the minute after receiving my formal conditional offer and materials.

For future applicants benefit - I have seemed to be one of the first to hit each milestone and it’s always been timed for a Thursday afternoon release

College offer received. First preference. Almost a week to the minute after receiving my formal conditional offer and materials.

For future applicants benefit - I have seemed to be one of the first to hit each milestone and it’s always been timed for a Thursday afternoon release

Hi, I applied for the MCL but haven't submitted my IELTS score result. I currently have 2 IELTS results. The first IELTS was taken in August 2018 with the following scores: 8.5 for reading, 8.5 for listening, 6.5 for writing, 7.5 for speaking and 8 for overall score. The second IELTS was taken in February 2019 with the following scores: 7.5 for reading, 9 for listening, 6.5 for writing, 8 for speaking and 8 for overall score. I know that the MCL requires applicants to have at least 7 for writing and that both of my writing scores miss this requirement by 0.5. But I plan to submit one of my results anyway, given the nearing submission deadline.

Does anyone have any insights on whether I should submit the first test or the second one? Personally I am more inclined to submit the first test (i.e. the August 2018 one) because at least the reading score is pretty high and I have this assumption that a law school may pay more attention to the reading and writing elements. However, any opinions or insights on this would be very much appreciated!

In any case, does anyone know how strict Cambridge is when it comes to English language requirement? I did my LL.B. in a top Russel Group uni but not sure if this will have any impact.

Thanks in advance!

Cambridge is really strict about the language requirements. I got a conditional offer for the LLM last year and as you keep fulfilling the conditions, they update against the same indicating whether the condition is complete or pending your action. In as much as I had the overall required score of at least 7.5, one of my modules was short by 0.5. I kid you not, I uploaded the same and my status wasn't updated as complete. The same happened even for the second sitting of my IELTS and no change was recorded. When I called the faculty, the official indicated how serious Cambridge was about the English Language requirement and I should resit until I got the minimum required mark. I suggest you call the administration office to confirm whether the results will be acceptable, so that if not, you can resit early enough . Goodluck!

I am in the same situation as ss_93, haven't submitted my IELTS score yet and haven't achieved the required scores as well, and the MCL language proof submission deadline is on the 15th of March. So what do you guys think? Shall I upload my IELTS Certificate regardless of my current score or wait until I hear back from them? However, I intend to re-do the exam soon it is just that I'm worried about the written deadline are they strict about it? Like is it a must to submit the required score by 15th of March?

Thanks in advance!

Does anyone know when the deadline for Cambridge to issue all MCL decisions is?

Does anyone know when the deadline for Cambridge to issue all MCL decisions is?

I've been accepted at Jesus College, my first choice. :)

Has anyone not yet received their formal offer?

I got a conditional offer via email from the Faculty nearly three weeks ago, but my portal said "under review" until this morning, when it changed to awaiting GAO approval.

I am rather late to the discussion here.
I received my conditional offer on 28th February. Status has also changed to awaiting GAO approval on the portal. Still waiting for my formal offer.

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I am rather late to the discussion here.
I received my conditional offer on 28th February. Status has also changed to awaiting GAO approval on the portal. Still waiting for my formal offer.

I am rather late to the discussion here.
I received my conditional offer on 28th February. Status has also changed to awaiting GAO approval on the portal. Still waiting for my formal offer.

I also received my offer on the 28th - we must be on the same timeline! Hopefully we hear soon.