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Charlotte
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I’ve always wanted to be a lawyer in future and I just entered into the university but I wasn’t given the law course I was given marketing instead can I still be a lawyer or I should consider my dreams shattered??
I’ve always wanted to be a lawyer in future and I just entered into the university but I wasn’t given the law course I was given marketing instead can I still be a lawyer or I should consider my dreams shattered?
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Michelle M.
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Good Day, Charlotte !
I am not sure how the Universities are in Ghana, however, I would like to give you a sort of blueprint advice that may help you in your country.
Usually, in the U.S., students register for the courses they need. If a mistake takes place whereas the student was assigned the wrong course they registered for, I would say that you simply should drop the course, which in your case would be the Marketing course that you didn't want or register for, and explore adding the course you intended to take. This would be done by consulting your admissions department at the university first and they will refer you to the correct department or give you instructions on how to drop or add a class. This is usually the process that is done in the U.S., so you must speak in person at your university with your printed course schedule and your registration papers.
Although an error such as this can seem jarring, it is really nothing to overreact about . It's wonderful that your undergraduate university actually offers courses, a major and degree in Law, so it will be worth investigating how to remedy the situation. It may be that the Law course was full, so they put you in any class that was available. You will never know until you speak directly with the staff at the university.
On a lighter note, be reassured that one course will not make or break your future plans to become a Lawyer. As you are a Bachelor of Laws Major, you will have law courses. You will further learn how to become a lawyer by attending Law School. Nothing will be lost. You most certainly can become an attorney and you're taking the right path towards it. You can visit your on campus academic advisory office to verify the advice I have provided for you.
The most important things to do right now is to not worry about one course and start to develop a strong on campus connection with your professors, major program Law Department and the academic advisory team at your school. Once you gain a strong understanding of the processes that go into registration you will feel better and understand how and why things like your situation may happen. There are going to be many challenges you will encounter as a university student, so start a new outlook and view them as learning experiences. I also advise making time to do some fun things, schedule time for relaxation and activities with friends. This will help you keep an even mindset on things.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
I am not sure how the Universities are in Ghana, however, I would like to give you a sort of blueprint advice that may help you in your country.
Usually, in the U.S., students register for the courses they need. If a mistake takes place whereas the student was assigned the wrong course they registered for, I would say that you simply should drop the course, which in your case would be the Marketing course that you didn't want or register for, and explore adding the course you intended to take. This would be done by consulting your admissions department at the university first and they will refer you to the correct department or give you instructions on how to drop or add a class. This is usually the process that is done in the U.S., so you must speak in person at your university with your printed course schedule and your registration papers.
Although an error such as this can seem jarring, it is really nothing to overreact about . It's wonderful that your undergraduate university actually offers courses, a major and degree in Law, so it will be worth investigating how to remedy the situation. It may be that the Law course was full, so they put you in any class that was available. You will never know until you speak directly with the staff at the university.
On a lighter note, be reassured that one course will not make or break your future plans to become a Lawyer. As you are a Bachelor of Laws Major, you will have law courses. You will further learn how to become a lawyer by attending Law School. Nothing will be lost. You most certainly can become an attorney and you're taking the right path towards it. You can visit your on campus academic advisory office to verify the advice I have provided for you.
The most important things to do right now is to not worry about one course and start to develop a strong on campus connection with your professors, major program Law Department and the academic advisory team at your school. Once you gain a strong understanding of the processes that go into registration you will feel better and understand how and why things like your situation may happen. There are going to be many challenges you will encounter as a university student, so start a new outlook and view them as learning experiences. I also advise making time to do some fun things, schedule time for relaxation and activities with friends. This will help you keep an even mindset on things.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
Bright Komor
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Bright’s Answer
Many successful lawyers come from non-law backgrounds, and having a marketing degree doesn't stop you from pursuing a legal career. In many jurisdictions, including Ghana, the US, and the UK, students from any discipline can later study law through various pathways. In the UK, students can take a conversion course, such as the Graduate Diploma in Law, to gain the foundational legal knowledge needed to enter the legal profession. In Ghana, similar routes exist for non-law graduates to enter law school or the Ghana School of Law. In the US, law schools welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds, typically taking the LSAT and pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. Your marketing degree can be an asset in areas like corporate law, intellectual property, or advertising law, providing valuable insights into the business world. Explore your university's academic advising services to determine if you can switch majors or complete your marketing degree and then pursue law through a postgraduate conversion course. Remember, many people change paths during their academic journey, so stay focused on your long-term goal and seek advice from academic advisors and legal professionals.
Thanks for the advice.
Charlotte
Dr H
Dr. H's Research
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Dr’s Answer
Okay, Charlotte—first things first: your dreams are NOT shattered. Not even a little bit. You can absolutely still become a lawyer, and this marketing detour? Just a lil’ plot twist in your success story.
1. The Marketing-to-Law Pipeline is Real. 😏
Guess what? You don’t need to start with a law degree to end up a lawyer. Tons of people study something else for their bachelor’s and then slide their way into law school after. So, finish that marketing degree like the boss you are, and when you’re done, apply for a law program. Easy peasy.
2. Marketing Skills = Lawyer Superpowers
You know what lawyers need? The ability to persuade, argue a point, and understand people—and guess what marketing is all about? Yep. So, while you’re learning how to sell products, you’re also lowkey building the skills to sell arguments in the courtroom. Future you is gonna thank you for this double expertise.
3. Sneak Into the Legal World Early.
You can still dip your toes into law while studying marketing! Join law clubs, volunteer at legal aid clinics, or even take elective law courses if your uni offers them. It’s like getting a head start without switching your major.
4. Path A or Path B, remmeber You Still Win.
Option A: You finish marketing, go to law school later, and become the lawyer with marketing magic.
Option B: You switch majors if possible, dive straight into law, and still crush it.
Either way? You’re on track, buddy. No dream-shattering happening here.
5. You Got This, Queen
Life loves a good plot twist, and yours is just getting interesting. The road might zig-zag a bit, but if you want that lawyer title? You’ll get it. So, hold your head high, tackle that marketing degree, and keep your eyes on the prize. One day, people will be calling you "Lawyer Charlotte"—and they better put some respect on that name.
Long story short? Don’t give up. You’re just getting started.
Alright before I finish, here’s the Ghana scoop which I cna totally say, it’s a bit of a maze, but totally doable if you’ve got your eyes on that lawyer life.
In Ghana, you don’t have to start with a law degree to become a lawyer. You can finish your marketing degree, then apply for a Post-First Degree LL.B (a law degree for people who already have another bachelor’s). Places like University of Ghana and GIMPA offer this route, but heads up—it’s competitive, and you’ll need good grades (usually at least a Second Class Lower). After that, you’ll need to tackle the Ghana School of Law entrance exam—which, let’s be real, is no walk in the park. But hey, nothing worth having comes easy, right? Plus, your marketing background could actually be a flex—especially if you’re eyeing corporate law or anything business-related. So, while it’s not exactly a smooth highway to Lawyer Town, it’s 100% possible if you’re ready to hustle. And girl, I know you got that in you because I belive in you! All the best and good luck Charlotte! 🤗
1. The Marketing-to-Law Pipeline is Real. 😏
Guess what? You don’t need to start with a law degree to end up a lawyer. Tons of people study something else for their bachelor’s and then slide their way into law school after. So, finish that marketing degree like the boss you are, and when you’re done, apply for a law program. Easy peasy.
2. Marketing Skills = Lawyer Superpowers
You know what lawyers need? The ability to persuade, argue a point, and understand people—and guess what marketing is all about? Yep. So, while you’re learning how to sell products, you’re also lowkey building the skills to sell arguments in the courtroom. Future you is gonna thank you for this double expertise.
3. Sneak Into the Legal World Early.
You can still dip your toes into law while studying marketing! Join law clubs, volunteer at legal aid clinics, or even take elective law courses if your uni offers them. It’s like getting a head start without switching your major.
4. Path A or Path B, remmeber You Still Win.
Option A: You finish marketing, go to law school later, and become the lawyer with marketing magic.
Option B: You switch majors if possible, dive straight into law, and still crush it.
Either way? You’re on track, buddy. No dream-shattering happening here.
5. You Got This, Queen
Life loves a good plot twist, and yours is just getting interesting. The road might zig-zag a bit, but if you want that lawyer title? You’ll get it. So, hold your head high, tackle that marketing degree, and keep your eyes on the prize. One day, people will be calling you "Lawyer Charlotte"—and they better put some respect on that name.
Long story short? Don’t give up. You’re just getting started.
Alright before I finish, here’s the Ghana scoop which I cna totally say, it’s a bit of a maze, but totally doable if you’ve got your eyes on that lawyer life.
In Ghana, you don’t have to start with a law degree to become a lawyer. You can finish your marketing degree, then apply for a Post-First Degree LL.B (a law degree for people who already have another bachelor’s). Places like University of Ghana and GIMPA offer this route, but heads up—it’s competitive, and you’ll need good grades (usually at least a Second Class Lower). After that, you’ll need to tackle the Ghana School of Law entrance exam—which, let’s be real, is no walk in the park. But hey, nothing worth having comes easy, right? Plus, your marketing background could actually be a flex—especially if you’re eyeing corporate law or anything business-related. So, while it’s not exactly a smooth highway to Lawyer Town, it’s 100% possible if you’re ready to hustle. And girl, I know you got that in you because I belive in you! All the best and good luck Charlotte! 🤗
Míriam Barreto
Biomedical laboratory
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Míriam’s Answer
Bom dia Carlota, não estou a par de como funciona as universidades no teu país, más posso assegurar -lhe que só temos uma vida para viver, se teu sonho é ser Advogada, nada pode atrapalhar, seja Advogada então, porque tudo nesta vida passa num instante e é muito triste passar a vida inteira a fazer um trabalho que não nos apaixona. Nunca desista, lembra que quando mais difícil ficar, significa que mais próximo do teu objetivo estarás. Boa sorte 🍀
Thank you so much!
Charlotte
Karin P.
Lecturer, Student Advisor
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Göttingen, Lower Saxony, Germany
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Karin’s Answer
Hi Charlotte,
Did you just enter university for the first time, i.e. for an undergraduate degree? Which degree did you want to get? Were you rejected for an undergraduate law degree or why/how did you end up in marketing?
There are different paths to become a lawyer. You can get an undergraduate degree in law (LLB). Or you can get a first qualification in any other discipline and then enter a law program for your law degree (post first degree law, also leading to LLB). I have provided some links below. I am assuming you wanted the undergraduate law degree. Maybe that program was full or you didn't have the right entry qualification so they gave you marketing.
You should meet with your student advisor ASAP to discuss your goals and your options. You could continue with marketing and do the law degree after graduation. You could switch to something other than marketing (anything that suits you) and do the law degree after you graduate from that program. Maybe it's still possible to switch into the undergraduate law program at the next possible break (?). You need to consider what's best for you in terms of professional goals, time spent on education and funding.
I hope this helps! All the best on your path to become an awesome lawyer!
KP
https://law.ug.edu.gh/admissions/undergraduate
https://law.ug.edu.gh/admissions/post-first-degree
https://dlaw.ucc.edu.gh/programmes/bachelor-laws-l-l-b
https://ucc.edu.gh/admission-notices/post-first-degree-law-llb-programme
https://gslaw.edu.gh/entry-requirement/
Did you just enter university for the first time, i.e. for an undergraduate degree? Which degree did you want to get? Were you rejected for an undergraduate law degree or why/how did you end up in marketing?
There are different paths to become a lawyer. You can get an undergraduate degree in law (LLB). Or you can get a first qualification in any other discipline and then enter a law program for your law degree (post first degree law, also leading to LLB). I have provided some links below. I am assuming you wanted the undergraduate law degree. Maybe that program was full or you didn't have the right entry qualification so they gave you marketing.
You should meet with your student advisor ASAP to discuss your goals and your options. You could continue with marketing and do the law degree after graduation. You could switch to something other than marketing (anything that suits you) and do the law degree after you graduate from that program. Maybe it's still possible to switch into the undergraduate law program at the next possible break (?). You need to consider what's best for you in terms of professional goals, time spent on education and funding.
I hope this helps! All the best on your path to become an awesome lawyer!
KP
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Mustapha Yusuf
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Offa, KW
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Mustapha’s Answer
Your dream of becoming a lawyer isn’t shattered at all! Many people study one course for their first degree and later transition into law. Here are some options you can consider:
1. Switching to Law Later – Some universities allow students to transfer to law after the first year if they meet certain requirements. Check with your school if this is possible.
2. Studying Law as a Second Degree – You can complete your marketing degree and then pursue a law degree afterward. In some countries, you can take a conversion course (like the GDL in the UK) instead of starting from scratch.
3. Becoming a Lawyer Through a Postgraduate Route – Some places allow non-law graduates to take a direct path into law through postgraduate studies, such as a Juris Doctor (JD) or an equivalent program.
4. Leveraging Your Marketing Background – If you do end up completing marketing, you can specialize in areas like corporate law, intellectual property law, or advertising law, which combine both fields.
I hope you find Your answer from this good luck.
1. Switching to Law Later – Some universities allow students to transfer to law after the first year if they meet certain requirements. Check with your school if this is possible.
2. Studying Law as a Second Degree – You can complete your marketing degree and then pursue a law degree afterward. In some countries, you can take a conversion course (like the GDL in the UK) instead of starting from scratch.
3. Becoming a Lawyer Through a Postgraduate Route – Some places allow non-law graduates to take a direct path into law through postgraduate studies, such as a Juris Doctor (JD) or an equivalent program.
4. Leveraging Your Marketing Background – If you do end up completing marketing, you can specialize in areas like corporate law, intellectual property law, or advertising law, which combine both fields.
I hope you find Your answer from this good luck.
I appreciate this, thank you for the advice.
Charlotte
cody Mccollaum
corrections
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Oceanside, California
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cody’s Answer
Many countries allow students to pursue a law degree after completing an undergraduate degree in any field. For example, in the U.S., after finishing your degree (whether it's in marketing, business, or anything else), you can apply to law school to earn a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
In some countries (like the UK), you can take a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) or similar conversion courses after your undergraduate degree in a non-law field. This allows you to meet the requirements for practicing law even if your first degree was in marketing or another discipline.
In some countries (like the UK), you can take a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) or similar conversion courses after your undergraduate degree in a non-law field. This allows you to meet the requirements for practicing law even if your first degree was in marketing or another discipline.
Thank you, cody for the advice.
Charlotte