LLB Law and Welsh

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Cardiff University

Program Overview

The LLB Law and Welsh at Cardiff University is a distinctive program designed for students who want to study law while developing advanced fluency in the Welsh language and understanding Welsh culture and identity. It combines a full qualifying law degree with in-depth language and cultural study, preparing graduates to work effectively in both English and Welsh-speaking legal and public sectors.

Curriculum Structure:
Year 1: You’ll begin by building a foundation in both disciplines through modules such as Criminal Law, Public Law, and Welsh Language Skills. This year focuses on developing your understanding of how the legal system functions alongside your ability to read, write, and communicate in Welsh with confidence and precision.

Year 2: You’ll move into more advanced topics such as Contract Law, Tort Law, and European Union Law, while deepening your cultural and linguistic knowledge through modules like Welsh Literature or Sociolinguistics. This stage helps you connect your legal studies with the political and linguistic landscape of Wales.

Year 3: Your final year offers greater flexibility to specialise through optional modules such as Human Rights Law, Family Law, or Media Law, alongside advanced Welsh studies like Translation or Contemporary Welsh Culture. You’ll also complete a dissertation or extended research project that brings together your legal and linguistic expertise in a professional or academic context.

Focus Areas: Law, Welsh language and culture, bilingual legal communication, public policy, and justice in Wales.

Learning Outcomes: Gain a strong legal foundation, professional bilingual communication skills, and the ability to apply legal knowledge in both English and Welsh contexts.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation): The program is a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD), meeting the academic requirements for entry into the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) or Bar training in England and Wales.

Reputation (Employability Rankings): Cardiff University is recognised among the top UK law schools for academic excellence and employability, with graduates known for their bilingual proficiency and ability to work effectively in legal and government sectors across Wales and beyond.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The LLB Law and Welsh program at Cardiff University is designed to give students more than just classroom knowledge — it offers real-world legal and linguistic experience that builds professional confidence and bilingual fluency. Through hands-on learning, students engage with live cases, develop advocacy skills, and explore the intersection of law and culture in Wales. The program also provides access to professional-standard resources and interactive facilities that prepare students for both legal practice and public service careers.

You’ll strengthen your practical and professional skills through opportunities such as:

Cardiff Law Clinic: Work with real clients under expert supervision, offering legal advice and gaining hands-on experience in case management and client communication.
Mooting and Advocacy Training: Participate in simulated court proceedings, enhancing your reasoning, debating, and public speaking skills in both Welsh and English.
Welsh Language Practice: Engage in translation, interpretation, and bilingual legal communication exercises, ensuring you can operate effectively in Welsh-speaking legal environments.
Pro Bono Work: Volunteer with community initiatives and legal advice programs, applying your skills to support justice and equality in local Welsh communities.
Legal Practice Suite: Learn in Cardiff’s purpose-built mock courtrooms and seminar spaces designed to replicate professional legal settings.
Access to Specialist Databases: Use professional legal research tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and HeinOnline to develop digital literacy and research accuracy.
Language and Cultural Immersion: Participate in Welsh cultural projects and fieldwork that connect linguistic skills with real social and political issues in Wales.
Research and Library Facilities: Benefit from extensive law and Welsh-language library collections, including bilingual legal resources and archives for academic and professional research.

This combination of legal practice, linguistic immersion, and cultural engagement ensures that graduates are ready to work confidently in both English and Welsh-speaking legal, governmental, and policy environments.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of Cardiff University’s LLB Law and Welsh program step into a world of opportunity where language, culture, and legal expertise intersect. This dual-degree not only prepares students for traditional law careers but also opens pathways in public service, bilingual policy work, and advocacy roles across Wales and beyond. Typical career destinations include Solicitor, Legal Advisor, Policy Analyst, Bilingual Law Clerk, and Civil Service Officer.

The program’s strong reputation is supported by Cardiff University’s commitment to employability and professional development. Students receive guidance from the Careers and Employability Service, which provides personalised career coaching, networking events, and employer connections in both the legal and public sectors. Moreover, Cardiff Law School’s close links with the legal profession—including partnerships with leading Welsh firms, government bodies, and the judiciary—help students gain real-world exposure and build professional confidence.

Graduates benefit from Cardiff’s strong outcomes: the majority of students progress into professional or postgraduate study within six months of graduation, with law graduates reporting highly competitive starting salaries. The degree’s accreditation by the Bar Standards Board and Solicitors Regulation Authority ensures its long-term professional value, enabling graduates to pursue qualifying law training routes in England and Wales.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, students can continue their studies through postgraduate routes such as the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or Bar Training Course (BTC) to qualify as a solicitor or barrister. Alternatively, they may choose to specialise through advanced studies in LLM Law, Public Policy, or Translation Studies, deepening their expertise in bilingual legal practice and Welsh governance.