“I have recently had the results of my LPC and have failed Advanced Property. Despite being on course for a commendation, I will now only obtain a pass, even if I do really well in my resit. I am now worried that a pass is going to make it difficult for me to obtain a training contract at a commercial firm, despite my 2:1 from a red-brick University.

“I have had a successful year in the sport I pursued whilst studying my LPC, culminating with winning a National Championship title – I am wondering whether an active extra-curricular programme may JUST enable me to overcome my academic failings? Any advice?”

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