The Bar is a diverse profession which welcomes individuality and seeks to recruit the brightest talent, irrespective of background. There is advice and guidance available in our 'Becoming a barrister' brochure, co-produced with the Inns of Court. To become a barrister, you will need a degree (along with the Graduate Diploma in Law if it is a non-law degree). You will also need to complete the vocational component and pupillage/work-based component. You can find more information about careers at the Bar on the pages below.
The Bar Council aims to provide students with the information they need to reach an informed decision about a career at the Bar, ensure vocational training and pupillage equip barristers for success in the profession, and ensure that barristers develop and maintain the skills they need to sustain and advance their practice.
The Bar Council's activities, events, opportunities and resources promoting careers at the Bar are supported by The Council of the Inns of Court.
Profiling the experiences of barristers from "non-traditional" backgrounds
Guide to resources and support available to you when you join the Bar -2022 edition.
Articles from the Chair of the Bar, the young Bar, the employed Bar and more
