Law with Cymraeg (Welsh) LLB (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Bangor University

Program Overview

The LLB with Welsh (Cymraeg) at Bangor gives you a strong foundation in English law while also equipping you to work fluently in Welsh — a real advantage in a bilingual legal environment. It’s ideal if you care about justice, enjoy working with language, and want the flexibility to practice law or work in legal settings in both languages, while also gaining deeper cultural and social understanding.

Curriculum Structure:

Year 1:
In your first year, you’ll cover core legal subjects such as Public Law I & II, Criminal Law, and Tort Law, giving you a solid understanding of how law protects rights, regulates conduct, and structures government. At the same time, you’ll start studying Welsh language and literature through modules like “Iaith ac Ystyr” and “Awdur, Testun a Darllenydd,” helping you build both language fluency and cultural insight from the very start.

Year 2:
Your second year expands both your legal and Welsh skills. You’ll take core law modules like Land Law, Contract Law, and European Union Law, exploring property, agreements, and the wider international and regional legal landscape. Alongside this, a Welsh module such as “Yr Iaith ar Waith” will strengthen your practical language skills, and you may choose optional modules in areas like Legal Practice: Foundation Skills, Welsh language policy, or contemporary Welsh literature — blending legal expertise with bilingual and cultural competence.

Year 3:
In your final year, you’ll continue with a core module such as Equity & Trusts, and then choose from a range of optional modules including Human Rights Law, Environmental Law, International Law, Criminal Justice, Company Law, or Welsh-specific courses like “Welsh Law and Devolution in Context.” You’ll also continue developing your Welsh skills through optional modules in translation, literature, or education. There’s the option to complete a dissertation if you wish to explore a legal issue in depth.

Focus Areas:
Law, Bilingual Legal Practice (English & Welsh), Public Law, Contract & Property Law, Human Rights, Welsh language & cultural legal context, Equity & Trusts, International and Environmental Law

Learning Outcomes:
You’ll develop critical thinking and analytical skills, gain a deep understanding of UK and Welsh law, and be able to communicate effectively in both English and Welsh. You’ll also learn to engage with issues like devolution, bilingual legislation, and social justice, while building strong research, advocacy, drafting, and argumentation skills.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
As a Qualifying Law Degree (LLB), this programme meets the legal knowledge requirements for future practice as a solicitor or barrister. The bilingual focus also prepares you for Wales’s unique legal and governmental context.

Reputation (Employability / Value):
Bangor’s Law with Welsh programme is widely recognised for producing bilingual legal professionals in demand across Wales. Graduates have a distinctive edge in employability, particularly in Welsh public services, government, or private law firms serving Welsh-speaking clients.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Bangor, studying Law with Welsh isn’t just about lectures and textbooks — it’s about getting hands-on, real-world experience that prepares you for a career as a bilingual legal professional. You’ll have the chance to take part in mock trials, provide legal advice to real clients, and develop skills in both English and Welsh legal contexts. The course is designed so that every student gets practical experience alongside academic learning, building confidence, professionalism, and a strong foundation for future work.

Here’s a closer look at the practical opportunities and resources you can expect:

Mock Courtroom & Mooting Competitions: Practice courtroom procedures, advocacy, and legal argument in the on-campus mock courtroom. The programme even includes a Welsh-language moot competition, the “Griffiths Cup,” giving you the chance to draft and argue cases in both languages.
Legal Advice Clinic: Work under supervision to provide free legal advice to members of the public, applying classroom knowledge to real-life legal situations and developing professional confidence.
Bilingual Resources & Language Support: Access specialised Welsh-medium teaching materials and a bilingual legal dictionary to enhance your competence in Welsh legal practice.
Small-Group Teaching & Seminars: Benefit from close interaction with lecturers in small classes, which allows for personalised guidance, active discussion, and deeper engagement with legal topics.
Law Library & Online Databases: Use a well-resourced law library and specialist legal databases for research, assignments, and moot preparation, keeping you up-to-date with current legal developments.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from this programme opens the door to a wide range of meaningful careers. With your bilingual law skills, you’ll be especially well‑placed to work in Welsh‑speaking legal settings, public institutions, or private firms that value expertise in both English and Welsh. Many students go on to roles such as solicitor or barrister, legal advisor or consultant, government or public‑service professional, or specialist in Welsh-language legal services.

Here’s how Bangor supports your career journey:

Work Experience & Mooting Opportunities: Participate in mooting competitions, mini-pupillages, and work placements with local law firms or barristers’ chambers, helping you gain practical skills and experience real legal practice.
Career Support Services: The university offers tailored guidance, CV workshops, and mock interviews through the Careers Service, making it easier to find internships and graduate roles.
Strong Employability: Law graduates from Bangor report that many secure professional roles within 15 months of finishing, with average starting salaries around £25,000 — and the bilingual element gives you a competitive edge in Wales.
Long-Term Accreditation: This LLB is a qualifying law degree, meaning it meets the requirements to continue toward becoming a solicitor or barrister in the UK.
Distinctive Advantage: Your combination of legal knowledge and Welsh language fluency makes you highly sought after in courts, government agencies, private law firms, and organisations requiring bilingual legal expertise.

Further Academic Progression:
After your LLB, you could continue your studies with an LLM (Master of Laws), specialising in areas like human rights, environmental law, or Welsh law. Alternatively, postgraduate study in public policy, governance, or research can open doors to advanced advisory, policy, or academic roles — giving you flexibility to shape your career in law, government, or social justice.