Purpose
To show the value of LMI in giving a fuller picture, in this case for young people considering taking a law degree.

Clients
Potential HE students aged 16-18 years.

Information they need
The likelihood of getting a suitable job after gaining a law degree.

Why they need it
To help them decide about law as a vocation and course of study. How the information may help To help them clarify their goals - for example, are personal satisfaction and success in job-hunting equal priorities? (The LMI shows success rates and destinations for different grades of law degree, which may help them to be aware of the importance of performance standards.)

When they need the information
Preferably before deciding on A levels - any time up to year 11; definitely before they apply, enrol or specialise in a law course.

Providing the information
Photocopied (or summarised) from different sources, mediated by the adviser.

Guidance context
An introductory exploration of options during an informal group discussion.

Comment
Law is an example of a changing labour market. It demands a high level of skill and the LMI indicates that it is a growth area, but that there is high competition for undergraduate degree places, and very high competition for post-graduate courses and occupational opportunities.

To see the LMI sources click here.