Law

Peterhouse does not operate a fixed quota of Law places, but tends to admit around 8 undergraduates each year. Currently, Peterhouse has two Fellows in Law: Professor Simon Deakin and Dr Antara Haldar. For a student's perspective on studying Law at Peterhouse, have a look at the JCR's alternative prospectus, read their interview with a current student and diary of the first few weeks of being a first-year Law student.

We have no preference regarding what subjects candidates may have studied previously at school, whether arts, sciences or a combination of the two; it is concerned solely to offer places to young people of high ability. The study of Law requires a logical and analytical mind, so subjects that allow you to foster such skills are helpful.

There are normally two interviews, one of which may include some preparatory study. Candidates will also sit the Cambridge Law Test at interview.

Our typical conditional offer for Law is A*AA at A Level. IB offers are usually for a minimum of 40-42 points, to include 776 or 777 at Higher level in relevant subjects. Offers are designed to be realistic, taking into account individual circumstances, and to reflect potential and likely levels of achievement. Most of those who receive offers will attain the grades required.