Migration Masterclass Session 4 – Who Can Come, Who Can Stay, Who Must Go: A Practical Introduction to UK Immigration Law

Certificates will be provided to participants who attend all four sessions.

It is mandatory for all participants to present their valid LSE ID cards upon arrival at each masterclass. Failure to do so will regrettably result in denial of entry.

This masterclass offers a practical introduction to UK immigration law. Over four sessions, students will learn about the key legal instruments underpinning immigration law and their practical application. Students will gain a basic understanding of the various routes available for migrants wishing to visit or live in the UK, from tourist visas to asylum claims, as well as student, work and human rights routes. The course will also look at the more violent aspects of immigration control and borders, including detention and deportation. Case studies will be integrated throughout, offering students the opportunity to analyse the real-world application and implications of immigration law.

Speaker: Nath Gbikpi is a Senior Associate Solicitor at Leigh Day Solicitors and a Visiting Fellow in Practice at LSE. Her practice covers a wide range of immigration, asylum and nationality law, with particular emphasis on human rights applications and asylum claims. Her expertise is recognised by the directories Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, and she is frequently asked to provide commentary and training on immigration law.

Chairs: Floris de Witte and Marie Petersmann

Seminar 1: 20th January 2026, 5:30pm, Mar 2.05

Seminar 2: 27th January 2026, 5:30pm, Mar 2.05

Seminar 3: 10th February 2026, 5:30pm, Mar 2.05

Seminar 4: 17th February 2026, 5:30pm, Mar 2.05 – this session will be followed by a drinks reception

Please note to receive a certificate you must register for each individual session and attend all four sessions.

Although this event is ticketed, it will operate on a first come, first serve basis