| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This three-year law degree provides a comprehensive foundation in legal principles and skills, preparing students for careers as solicitors or barristers. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, and experiential learning, students develop critical thinking, analytical, and practical abilities essential for legal practice. The program also emphasizes employability, offering support through a dedicated career team and industry connections.
Program Outline
Outline:
Year 1:
Core Modules:
- English Legal System and Legal Skills
- Constitutional Law
- Contract Law
- Criminal Law
- Administrative and Human Rights Law
- Legal Practice and Client Management
Year 2:
Core Modules:
- Law of Torts
- Applied Skills in Advocacy
- Land Law
- Law in Practice and Digital Innovation (Legal Clinic and Digital Work Placement)
Optional Modules:
- Environmental Law and Climate Change Regulation
- Cyber Law and Data Protection
- Commercial and Consumer Protection Law
- Sport Law
- Law of Evidence
Year 3:
Core Modules:
- Equity and Trusts
- European Law
- Legal Employability (Work Placement Module)
Optional Modules:
- Research, Enterprise and Legal Innovation (Independent Dissertation and Enterprise Project)
- Intellectual Property Law
- Health and Wellbeing Law
- International Energy Law
- Business Enterprise and Company Law
- Family Law
- Change Leadership
Assessment:
The assessment strategy incorporates a variety of methods. Each module has its own aims, objectives, learning outcomes, and methods of delivery and assessment. Assessments may therefore take the form of assessed written papers/essays/reports, oral presentations, group and individual research projects, case studies, as well as open/closed book formal examinations. Preparation and support for all assessments are offered through various formative activities designed by module leaders, personal tutors, and library staff. Both formative and summative feedback are constructive. Feedback is provided to students to facilitate reflective engagement with their work and to aid improved performance in student assessments.
Teaching:
The program is delivered through guided self-learning, expositional lectures, and seminars. The course structure and teaching strategies are designed to support independent learning. A student-centered approach is encouraged through experiential learning deployed through role-plays, mooting, advocacy and negotiation exercises, supplemented by videos, computer software, and appropriate library resources.
Contact hours per semester consist of:
- 48 hours of timetabled delivery of learning and teaching per module
- 152 hours of guided independent learning
Personal Tutors
All students studying in Cardiff School of Management benefit from the team of dedicated tutors who provide a point of personal and regular contact. They guide students in matters such as finance, welfare, career development, and help with planning effective study patterns, exam preparation, and other important issues.
The teaching team:
- Teach and research in a range of law disciplines
- Maintain an open-door policy and offer constant support and feedback to students
Careers:
The degree is ideal if you are interested in becoming a practicing solicitor or barrister. It also develops competencies and transferable skills suitable for careers in policy areas such as international organizations, government departments, the charity sector, and the business world.
The program supports students through:
- Career and employability team in Student services
Other:
- The program prepares students to work efficiently and innovatively in a contemporary work environment driven by technology, globalization, commercial awareness, sustainability, social engagement, and ethical responsibility
- Students will develop transferable skills in a variety of "experiential" "law lab" activities including client interviewing, letter drafting, mock trials, negotiation, mediation, dispute prevention and resolution, information technology training, digital internships and team collaboration exercises
- Students will put legal theory to practice in a purpose-built mock courtroom
- The program links with the legal industry and has featured practitioner talks and engagements
- The program is supported by the student Law Society
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Overview:
Cardiff Metropolitan University, also known as Cardiff Met, is a public university located in Cardiff, Wales. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various disciplines. The university is known for its strong focus on practical learning and its commitment to providing students with a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Cardiff Met offers a vibrant and diverse student community with a range of opportunities for students to get involved in extracurricular activities, sports, and social events. The university provides various support services, including academic advising, career guidance, and student wellbeing resources.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Practical Learning:
Cardiff Met emphasizes practical learning, providing students with hands-on experience and opportunities to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.Supportive Environment:
The university fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, with dedicated staff and resources to help students succeed.Career Focus:
Cardiff Met prioritizes career development, offering career guidance, internships, and industry connections to help students prepare for their future careers.Vibrant Campus Life:
The university offers a lively campus experience with a wide range of clubs, societies, and events to cater to diverse interests.Academic Programs:
Cardiff Met offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Courses:
The university offers a variety of undergraduate courses across various disciplines, including business, education, sport and health sciences, art and design, and technology.Postgraduate Courses:
Cardiff Met also offers a range of postgraduate courses, including master's degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and research degrees.Other:
Entry Requirements
Typical Offers
- Tariff points: 112-120
- GCSE: Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above to include English Language/Welsh First Languag, 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. 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 requirements.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 2 x H5.
- Irish Leaving Certificate: 2 x H2 grades. Higher level subjects only considered with a minimum grade H4.
- Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades DD. Scottish Highers are also considered, either on their own or in combination with Advanced Highers.
Language Proficiency Requirements
International students whose first language is not English:
- An IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
