LNAT for University of Bristol LLB Law admissions 2025 and 2026

The University of Bristol consistently features as one of the top ten institutions in various UK rankings such as the QS World University, Times Higher Education and the Guardian rankings.

Bristol University’s law programs are quite sought after and attract thousands of applicants every year, from within the UK and also overseas.

In this article, we will take a peek at some interesting information and statistics about the University of Bristol LLB Law admissions, focusing on how the university uses the LNAT in the selection process.

Why does the University of Bristol require LNAT scores?

Because Bristol University LLB programmes receive a high number of applications, the LNAT is used as a shortlisting and selection criteria. All applicants to the LLB programmes must take the LNAT, to be eligible for selection and offer.

The LNAT is designed to provide an assessment of a candidate’s potential for study on a law degree course. The LNAT is not a test of legal knowledge but of fundamental intellectual skills.

The University of Bristol can use the LNAT scores, along with academic achievements and other information to ensure that the admitted candidates succeed in their chosen programmes.

How popular are the Bristol University Law programmes?

Weightage given to LNAT scores in the University of Bristol LLB admissions

As the first step, all applications are scored and ranked with the following weightings:

• GCSE – 20%
• A-Level – 40%
• LNAT – 40%

Does University of Bristol use the LNAT essay?

Yes. As per previously available information, section A – Multiple Choice Questions part of the LNAT is given 60% weightage and the Essay is given 40% weightage.

For example, if the overall maximum points that can be given to any applicant is 100, the break up of the weightage will be as follows:

• GCSE – 20 points
• A-Level – 40 points
• LNAT – 40 points, of which:
  • 24 points for the Multiple Choice Test
  • 16 points for the Essay

The LNAT essay will be read and assessed by University of Bristol staff.

Within the essay section, they will look for candidates who have a strong command of language and can demonstrate the ability to make and sustain a persuasive argument, which is an essential attribute for succeeding in the study of law.

What is the average LNAT score for University of Bristol LLB?

For a recent admissions cycle, the average LNAT MCQ Test (Section A) score of offer holders was 23/42.

The average essay score (essays are marked by the University of Bristol officials) was 82/100

The average includes offer holders from different courses (as below). The scores will also change from year-to-year.

There may be situations where a candidate with very high LNAT score did not get an offer due to other factors; and an applicant with low LNAT may get an offer due to high GSCE or A-levels.

As such, the ground rule is that the higher your LNAT, the better your chances of getting an offer.

Is there a LNAT cut-off for Bristol University LLB?

As per the available information, there is no separate cut-off for the LNAT, but applicants are considered on their combined LNAT and Academic scores, and the University would not consider
applicants whose overall score fell below the threshold.

The threshold will change from year-to-year, depending on the number of applicants and their LNAT scores and other academic achievements.

When should you take the LNAT?

The test dates immediately prior to a UCAS deadline are usually heavily booked; early registration and booking are recommended.

You need to take the LNAT latest by the UCAS deadline. It is advisable to take it as early as possible.

• UK and EU applicants must apply through UCAS before the mid-January deadline, and must take LNAT before the January deadline as stated on the LNAT website
• Overseas applicants applying through UCAS before the mid-January deadline must take LNAT before 30th April
• Overseas applicants applying through UCAS after the UCAS mid-January deadline must take LNAT before the final deadline of 31 July

Reconfirm all dates as per the official university website, UCAS, and the LNAT official websites.

Ensure that your UCAS personal ID number is included on your LNAT registration and Bristol is one of your chosen universities.

You can take the LNAT either before or after submitting your UCAS application, but follow the appropriate UCAS and LNAT deadlines.