Information for new students
This page is for applicants with an offer to study the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice at The University of Edinburgh Law School in the 2025-26 academic year. Here you can find essential information to get you started.
Key dates - 2025-26 academic year
Semester 1
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 9 - Thursday 11 September | Induction - Foundation Skills Programme |
| Week commencing 15 September | Start of Semester 1 |
| Week commencing 13 October | Reading Week |
| Week commencing 8 December | Exam - Criminal Court Practice |
| Friday 12 December | End of Semester 1 |
Semester 2
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Week commencing 12 January | Start of Semester 2 |
| Week commencing 9 February | Start of elective courses |
| Friday 27 March | End of Semester 2 |
| Monday 27 April – Friday 22 May | Spring examination period |
| Mid-June | Release of Diploma results |
| To be confirmed | Graduation |
Contact us
If you have any questions about starting your studies with us, please do not hesitate to contact us at law.diploma@ed.ac.uk
