Program Overview

Introduction to the Law with Welsh (LLB) Program

The Law with Welsh (LLB) program at Cardiff University is a unique and challenging course that enables students to build the skills required for a career in law or a wide range of professions. The program is taught collaboratively by the Schools of Welsh and Law and Politics, providing students with the opportunity for in-depth study in both disciplines.

Why Study this Course

The Law with Welsh (LLB) program is recognized for its expertise in the field of socio-legal studies and has an award-winning Pro Bono Unit that provides essential work experience. The program also has a thriving community, with opportunities to make connections through the Welsh Students' Union, Welsh-language halls, and the new Welsh-language academy. Students will benefit from close links to the Welsh Government, city law firms, courts, and advice centers.

Subject Areas

• Law
• Welsh

Entry Requirements

The program accepts a combination of A-levels and other qualifications, as well as equivalent international qualifications, subject to entry requirements. Typical offers are:

• A-level: AAA-ABB, must include Welsh First Language
• International Baccalaureate: 36-32 overall or 666-665 in 3 HL subjects, must include a Welsh First Language qualification equivalent to grade A at A-level
• Baccalaureate Wales: accepted in lieu of one A-Level, excluding any specified subjects
• GCSE: English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade B/6 or an equivalent
• Other qualifications: please see the university's admissions policies for more information

Tuition Fees for 2026 Entry

Tuition fees depend on fee status, which could be home, island, or overseas. Fees for home status are:

• Year one: ｣9,535
• Year two: ｣9,535
• Year three: ｣9,535 Fees for overseas status are:
• Year one: ｣24,700
• Year two: ｣24,700
• Year three: ｣24,700

Course Structure

The program is taught full-time over three academic years, with six 20-credit modules per year. The modules include a combination of core and optional modules, with opportunities to develop specialist interests or explore diverse legal topics.

Year One

• Core law modules: Tort Law, Criminal Law, Public Law I, Public Law II
• Core Welsh modules: Iaith ac Ystyr, Awdur, Testun a Darllenydd

Year Two

• Core law modules: Land Law, Contract, Foundations of European Union Law
• Core Welsh module: Yr Iaith ar Waith
• Optional law modules: Legal Practice: Foundation Skills, Miscarriages of Justice, Commercial Property: Skills and Practice, Immigration Law, Policy and Practice, Practical Employment Law, Advocacy
• Optional Welsh modules: Myrddin a Merlin, Rhyddiaith Ddiweddar, Cynllunio Ieithyddol a Pholisi Iaith, Canu'r Gymru Newydd: Barddoniaeth er 1990, Caffael Iaith

Year Three

• Core law module: Equity and Trusts
• Optional law modules: Dissertation, Equity and Trusts II, Global Problems and Legal Theory, Environmental Law, Law, Technology and Society, Human Rights Law, Financial Crime I, Intellectual Property Law: Copyright, Patents and Trade Marks, Company Law, Discrimination, Equality and Law, Welsh Law and Devolution in Context, Cyfraith Cymru a Datganoli Mewn Cyd-destun, Criminal Justice: Context and Practice, Commercial Law, International Law and Transnational Challenges, Media Law, Comparative Law, Evidence, Family Law, Legal History, Healthcare, Ethics and Law I: Capacity, Consent and the Beginning of Life, Healthcare Ethics and Law II: End of Life and the Four Principles, Crime, Sentencing and Punishment, World Trade Law and Policy, Public International Law, Economic and Trade Law of the European Union, AI, Ethics and Law, Financial Crime II, Law in the Community, Law and Governance in Practice: Work Placement Module, Law in the Community, Sociology of Law, Shipping Law, Traethawd Hir
• Optional Welsh modules: Myrddin a Merlin, Rhyddiaith Ddiweddar, Cynllunio Ieithyddol a Pholisi Iaith, Yr Ystafell Ddosbarth, Cyfieithu Proffesiynol, Canu'r Gymru Newydd: Barddoniaeth er 1990, Blas ar Ymchwil, Ymchwilio Estynedig, Caffael Iaith

Learning and Assessment

The program uses a diverse range of teaching and learning methods, including lectures, seminars, and workshops. Assessment tasks vary from module to module and include traditional academic essays, reflective journals, and presentations.

Careers and Placements

The program offers a range of opportunities to study abroad or undertake work experience placements, with an emphasis on enhancing Welsh language skills in a professional setting. Graduates can pursue careers in law, government, charities, banks, and other organizations, or continue to postgraduate study.

Studying in Welsh

Up to 67% of the course is available through the medium of Welsh. Students can contact the Admissions tutor for more information.