Overview

The Law (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University offers a comprehensive legal education designed to develop the analytical and professional skills required for a successful career in the legal sector. Students engage with foundational legal principles while adopting a critical approach to how law impacts daily life and global challenges. This programme ensures that graduates are well-prepared for the next stages of legal training and professional practice.

Why Law (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University?

Students benefit from a purpose-built moot courtroom where they can refine their public speaking and legal research skills in a realistic setting. The university maintains strong links with industry leaders such as Blake Morgan and Nuffield’s Law, who provide masterclass sessions. Additionally, the Business Law and Enterprise Clinic offers hands-on experience providing legal guidance to start-ups, while the option of a year in industry enhances employability through practical work placements.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 16000 per year
National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Legal System, Method and Ethics
Constitutional Law
Contract Law
Criminal Law
Administrative Law, Human Rights and Equality
Legal and Professional Skills
Law of Torts
Land Law
Legal Employability, Clinical Practice for Enterprise and Start-Ups
Law on Sustainability, Climate Action and the Environment

Careers with Law (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for the academic component of Bar training to become barristers or for the Solicitors Qualification Examinations (SQE). Beyond traditional legal practice as solicitors or barristers, the degree opens doors to roles in government departments, international organisations, and the charity sector. Students gain transferable skills suitable for careers in policy, business, and legal advisory roles, supported by a dedicated careers team and industry networking events.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

English Legal System and Legal Skills

Constitutional Law

Contract Law

Criminal Law

Administrative and Human Rights Law

Legal Practice and Client Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

More details

For Undergraduate applicants we also accept applications from (UCAS), up until the end of June, and through Clearing via UCAS after June.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Law Criminal Law Public Law View 230 other Bachelors in Public Law in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tariff points: 120

Contextual offer: See our contextual offers page.
GCSE: Five GCSEs at Grade C / 4 or above to include English Language / Welsh First Language, Mathematics / Mathematics – Numeracy.
English Language Requirement: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent.
A level subjects: Minimum three A levels to include Grades CCC. No specific subjects required. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as a third subject.
BTEC National / Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM
T Level: Merit.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: No specific subjects required.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 2 x H5. No specific subjects required.
Irish Leaving Certificate: 2 x H2 grades. No specific subjects required. Higher level subjects only considered with a minimum grade H4.
Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades DD.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16000 GBP / year

≈ 16000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Cardiff

United Kingdom

628 - 1066 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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