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Cardiff University: Graduate Diploma in Law (Graduate Diploma)
| Institution | Cardiff University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Law and Politics |
| Web | www.cardiff.ac.uk |
| enquiry@cardiff.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)29 2087 4455 |
| Study type | Taught |
Graduate Diploma - Grad Dip
Summary
If you have graduated in a subject other than law and would like to switch to a legal career, the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is for you.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a lawyer in England and Wales, this course enables you to, - study the structure and doctrines of the legal system in England and Wales and
- the seven core (foundation) subjects of a law degree: contract law, criminal law, equity & trusts law, EU law, land law, public law and tort law.
The GDL allows you to study these intensively over one year, instead of the three years usually required for a Law degree.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a barrister, the GDL gives you the academic modules you will need to pass before progressing to a Bar Training Course (BTC). We also offer a BTC course.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a solicitor, the GDL gives you the academic knowledge of legal principles and their application you will need as part of your preparation for the new centrally assessed Solicitors Qualifying Examination ("SQE"), introduced from September 2021.
Please see the ‘Career Prospects’ section of this entry for further information on the options available to you following completion of the GDL.
| Level | RQF Level 6 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit: |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Summary
If you have graduated in a subject other than law and would like to switch to a legal career, the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is for you.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a lawyer in England and Wales, this course enables you to,
-
study the structure and doctrines of the legal system in England and Wales and
-
the seven core (foundation) subjects of a law degree: contract law, criminal law, equity & trusts law, EU law, land law, public law and tort law.
The GDL allows you to study these intensively over one year, instead of the three years usually required for a Law degree.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a barrister, the GDL gives you the academic modules you will need to pass before progressing to a Bar Training Course (BTC). We also offer a BTC course.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a solicitor, the GDL gives you the academic knowledge of legal principles and their application you will need as part of your preparation for the new centrally assessed Solicitors Qualifying Examination ("SQE"), introduced from September 2021.
Please see the ‘Career Prospects’ section of this entry for further information on the options available to you following completion of the GDL.
| Level | RQF Level 6 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit: |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Summary
If you have graduated in a subject other than law and would like to switch to a legal career, the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is for you.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a lawyer in England and Wales, this course enables you to,
-
study the structure and doctrines of the legal system in England and Wales and
-
the seven core (foundation) subjects of a law degree: contract law, criminal law, equity & trusts law, EU law, land law, public law and tort law.
The GDL allows you to study these intensively over one year, instead of the three years usually required for a Law degree.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a barrister, the GDL gives you the academic modules you will need to pass before progressing to a Bar Training Course (BTC). We also offer a BTC course.
If you are thinking of qualifying as a solicitor, the GDL gives you the academic knowledge of legal principles and their application you will need as part of your preparation for the new centrally assessed Solicitors Qualifying Examination ("SQE"), introduced from September 2021.
| Level | RQF Level 6 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit: |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines a prestigious heritage with impressive modern facilities, on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. As part of the Russell Group, our students benefit from our outstanding research quality and reputation, while enjoying a wide variety of courses that can be tailored to any aspirations.
Academic excellence and global reputation
Ranked 22nd in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2026) and 181st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026), Cardiff University is recognised for its outstanding teaching and research. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), …
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