Hassan Ahmed

As a second-year law student mentor...

• I work within a team of like-minded, ambitious law students to provide guidance and support to first-year students as they navigate their studies and adjust to university life.
• I offer academic advice, help students develop effective study strategies, and assist with understanding course material.
• Additionally, I provide insights into managing the challenges of transitioning to university, fostering a positive and successful learning experience.

As a remote GCSE mathematics tutor...

• This role has enhanced my ability to manage client relationships, as I regularly engage with both students and their families to track progress and adjust learning strategies.
• It has also improved my interpersonal and communication skills, enabling me to effectively motivate students, foster positive morale, and adapt my teaching to meet diverse learning needs.

As a participant in the Westminster Working Cultures: Hong Kong program...

• I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the city's vibrant business culture.
• Through insightful sessions with industry leaders across sectors like architecture, fashion, and media, I gained a deeper understanding of the global working landscape.
• The program highlighted the importance of transferable skills and reinforced the value of building strong relationships in my professional journey.
• This experience has inspired me to embrace new challenges, broaden my career possibilities, and continue developing my skills across industries.

I participated in a Learning and Teaching Strategy (LTS) project led by the Assistant Head of the Law School...

• Our team developed a survey consisting of fifteen questions to identify areas for improvement and areas of satisfaction within various modules.
• Subsequently, I spearheaded the launch of the project, contributing significantly to the marketing and delivery of the message to the rest of our student cohort in a series of lectures.
• I outlined our future plans and initiatives to work alongside staff to develop an inclusive and effective strategy to further improve our law course, ultimately delivering an online presentation to the head of the law school to display our findings
  
  
  

As a student volunteer at my university's legal advice clinic...

• I gained hands-on experience by assisting clients with legal issues, conducting research, and collaborating with qualified solicitors.
• This role enhanced my practical legal skills and deepened my understanding of client advocacy.

While shadowing a junior criminal barrister...

• I observed court proceedings, case preparations, and client interactions.
• This experience provided valuable insights into criminal law practice and the day-to-day responsibilities of a barrister.

I had the opportunity to shadow KC Naeem Mian while working on a high-profile homicide case at the Old Bailey. This experience allowed me to enhance my...

• Analytical skills
• Note-taking abilities
• Understanding of legal strategies
• Ability to foster important relationship-building skills in a high-stakes environment