Law with Politics (LLB)

At Cardiff, studying Law and Politics is far more than reading textbooks — it’s about learning by doing. From your first year, you’ll step into real-world environments where you can apply what you learn in class to genuine legal and political challenges. Through placements, pro bono projects, digital resources, and research opportunities, you’ll graduate with the kind of practical skills and confidence employers look for.

Here’s how Cardiff helps you turn theory into practice:

• Work on real cases in the Pro Bono Unit: Join student-led legal projects that support real clients under professional supervision. You’ll practise legal research, client communication, drafting, and advocacy — all while making a difference in the community.

• Take part in workplace placements: Optional modules in your final year let you work as a paralegal in a solicitor’s office or gain experience in public administration, giving you insight into the day-to-day reality of legal and political careers.

• Use cutting-edge digital tools and legal databases: Cardiff’s e-learning systems and online legal resources help you research case law, legislation, and policy documents efficiently — a crucial skill in both legal practice and political analysis.

• Access a specialist law and politics library: The dedicated library houses key texts, journals, and reports that support your studies and research throughout the degree.

• Engage with leading research centres: As part of your course, you’ll benefit from Cardiff’s close links with institutes like the Wales Governance Centre and the Centre for Law and Society, where students often get involved in real policy research.

• Learn in the heart of a political capital: With courts, government offices, NGOs, and policy institutions right on your doorstep, you’ll have unique opportunities for site visits, events, and internships — bringing your studies to life in meaningful ways.

Through these experiences, you’ll build a strong CV, sharpen your legal and analytical skills, and graduate ready to step confidently into a career in law, government, public policy, or beyond.

A degree in Law and Politics from Cardiff opens doors to an impressive range of careers. Because it blends legal training with political insight, you’ll graduate with a versatile skill set that’s valued in law firms, government, public policy, international organisations, and beyond. Many students go on to become solicitors or barristers, policy advisors, civil servants, or political analysts, while others branch into areas like media, finance, or the non-profit sector.

Here’s how Cardiff helps you launch your career with confidence:

• Specialist career support: A dedicated Careers Consultant in the School of Law and Politics runs workshops, one-to-one advice sessions, and mock interviews to help you plan your next steps and stand out to employers.

• Practical experience through placements: Optional placements — whether in legal practice or public administration — let you build professional skills, gain real-world insight, and make valuable industry connections before you graduate.

• Hands-on legal work with real clients: Cardiff’s Pro Bono Unit gives you the chance to work on real cases under supervision, strengthening your advocacy and client communication skills while contributing to the community.

• Strong political and industry links: The university’s close relationships with the Welsh Parliament (Senedd Cymru), Westminster, EU bodies, and NATO create unique opportunities for internships, policy projects, and research work.

• Professional recognition: The course covers the core subjects required by the Bar Standards Board (BSB), giving you a strong foundation if you plan to train as a barrister or solicitor.

With this mix of academic knowledge, practical experience, and professional alignment, Cardiff graduates are well-prepared to succeed in a variety of careers — from law and government to consultancy, NGOs, and international organisations.

Further Academic Progression:
Your journey doesn’t have to end here. Many students continue their studies with an LLM (Master of Laws) in areas like human rights, environmental law, or technology law. Others choose a Master’s in Public Policy, International Relations, or Global Governance to deepen their political expertise. You could also progress to professional legal training (such as Bar or solicitor qualification routes) or even pursue a PhD with one of Cardiff’s renowned research centres, such as the Wales Governance Centre.