Bristol Law School Alumni
A network of opportunities and support
When you graduate from Bristol Law School (BLS), you become part of an ever-expanding global network of 15,000 alumni. The Law School's Alumni Office is to here to support our alumni throughout their career by providing networking opportunities, lifetime careers support, updates on the latest research and up to 15% off further courses.
A dynamic and global community
Hear from industry leaders and grow your connections
Bristol Law School and the Alumni Office organise a comprehensive series and wide range of events to help you network and connect.
Our lectures, seminars and networking events provide valuable networking opportunities for all alumni.
Make sure you've updated your details so we can keep in touch with the latest on the School and our events programme. For details of all forthcoming events across the School and UWE Bristol you can check the Events Diary.
Bristol Distinguished Address Series
Our free flagship networking evening, the Bristol Distinguished Address Series offers a rare opportunity to share in the experience of those heading up major organisations with previous speakers from John Lewis, Chartered Marketing Institute and EDF.
Social media networking
As part of the UWE Bristol global alumni network of 200,000 graduates, Law School graduates can join UWE Bristol alumni LinkedIn and Facebook groups, and follow the latest on Twitter.
International networks
UWE Bristol international alumni networks are open to all BLS graduates to help you stay connected across the globe. For further details visit UWE Bristol Alumni International Networks.
Benefits to help you develop your career
UWE Bristol Careers Service - tailored support for life
Left BLS less than three years ago?
Alumni can take advantage of a wide range of services offered free of charge by UWE Bristol Careers for up to three years after graduation. Find out more on the UWE Bristol alumni pages or contact UWE Bristol Careers.
Left BLS more than three years ago?
UWE Bristol alumni who graduated more than three years ago can use our extensive web resources to find information and advice about: CVs and covering letters, applications and interviews, case studies, further study, specific occupations, career options, overseas opportunities and much more.
Continuing professional development
Graduation isn't the end of your learning journey with Bristol Law School. BLS alumni are entitled to a fantastic discount of up to 15% off further study and we offer a range of professional development opportunities including postgraduate degrees, short courses, conferences and seminars and in company training programmes.
UWE Bristol Enterprise - entrepreneurial support
The University offers a wide range of support to alumni looking to start-up or develop their own business. This includes enterprise networking groups, events, business help and support. Find out more at UWE Bristol Alumni Enterprise.
UWE Bristol alumni benefits
As a graduate of BLS, you are also part of the UWE Bristol Alumni Network. This means you also have access to exclusive benefits and services including careers support, sports facilities and library access. Visit the UWE Bristol alumni pages to see what’s on offer.
You’ve made it, now make a difference at Bristol Law School
With over 300,000 students graduating across the UK each year, it's more important than ever that our students have the best possible support in preparing for their future. We know our alumni have a fantastic foundation in skills and knowledge when they leave us, and remember how hard it was to take their first steps into their career path.
As an alumnus, your knowledge can be invaluable to those a little further back down the path. There are lots of opportunities for alumni to get involved and contribute to the Law School and support our students. You can:
- visit as a guest speaker on one of our courses
- offer a placement to current students
- develop your business and employ a UWE Bristol graduate
- host a student project
- provide case studies or site visits for students
- sponsor student excellence prizes, events, scholarships, professorial chairs or resources
- set up your own alumni interest group to increase your network and help your fellow alumni connect with each other
- become a member of the Law School advisory board.
If you’d like to find out more about how you can help, please contact us.
We are always looking to improve the service we offer to our alumni and to work more closely with you. Your ideas, feedback and suggestions are very welcome so please contact us.