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What are the requirements for admission to the Singapore Bar?


Updated by MLAW

Please refer to relevant legislation and the website of the Singapore Institute of Legal Education for information on the requirements for admission to the Singapore Bar, such as:

  • The 'qualified person' requirements

  • Nationality requirements - Approved universities and degrees (including queries about "converting" non-law degrees)

  • Omitted UK universities

  • Class of honours / ranking

  • Juris Doctor degrees

  • Dual and combined degrees

  • External courses -

  • Twinning programmes

  • Accelerated courses

  • Relevant legal training and/or work

  • Practice training period (training contract)

  • Part A and Part B of the Singapore Bar Examinations

  • Admission or call procedures.

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