Chaske 02 September 2021

Is law a good undergraduate course? is public relations/mar

Hi! I'm doing my IGCSEs this year.

Originally, I wanted to be a lawyer. So, I was going to do my undergraduate in Law (LLB) in either the UK or the US. But then, I was told that because I'm not a citizen of either, I would be paid minimum wage and I wouldn't get very far in my career as a lawyer. Plus, I would be stuck with the legal system, because law is not a very broad undergrad subject that can branch into something else, like Business.

So, I decided I could become either a Public Relations Specialist or a Marketer. The problem is that I'm not sure if what I've been told about Law is even true. So I'd like some verification.

1. Is what I've said about taking Law in a country I'm not a citizen of true?
2. Would I be rooted to the legal system forever and ever?
3. Is Public Relations or Marketing a good career to go into?
4. Is it possible to take Public Relations AND Law (single honours) as a joint or double major?
5. Is it possible for me to take Public Relations as an undergrad, and Law as a postgrad?

This would really help me out! Thanks!

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This discussion explores whether Law is a suitable undergraduate course, especially for non-citizens considering studying in the UK or US. The original poster questions the career limitations and potential salary issues for foreign nationals pursuing law, and whether it restricts future career changes. They also inquire about the viability of Public Relations and Marketing as alternative careers, and the possibility of combining Law with PR/Marketing through joint degrees or postgraduate study.

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M V Gupta (Advocate) 02 September 2021

You should do the Law course in the country where you want to practice. To my knowledge, there would be no hurdle to do Law either in the UK or the US. There are many Lawyers in India who have done the Solicitors course or Bar-at Law course in the UK after obtaining Law degree in India. As many foreign companies are eager to establish their offices/ventures in our country they need lawyers who can guide them in complying with the legal requirements of both countries..

Rama chary Rachakonda (Secunderabad/Telangana state Highcourt practice watsapp no.9989324294 ) 02 September 2021

Being a legal professional can be tiring yet very much exciting and rewarding since he is capable of affecting many of people's lives. The practice of law is indeed a great experience.