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School of Law and Politics

We are a research-led School with a reputation for internationally excellent research and high quality teaching.

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Research matters – celebrating success

Law, Politics and International Relations research celebrated in Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Courses

Our interdisciplinary environment offers an exciting and flexible range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Research

Carry out dynamic and forward-looking research in a truly interdisciplinary environment. Learn with internationally recognised academics, embedded in the UN, NATO, G7 and Welsh Government.

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Location

We are situated at the heart of Wales’ capital city, Cardiff, in the civic and legal centre. Close to the town centre and transport links.

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Facilities

Utilise the latest e-learning facilities and a library described as 'outstanding' by the Higher Education Funding Council.

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Pro bono

Cardiff University’s School of Law and Politics Pro Bono Unit provides students with the opportunity to help members of the community with legal matters, completely free of charge.

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Studying at Cardiff University has given me a platform to develop skills to last a lifetime. The School has allowed me to grow to my full potential, through an array of workshops, networking events and lecture support. My lecturers have given up their time willingly and generously to help me with my many questions, which has been invaluable to my studies. The modules available are diverse – it’s easy to find a topic you are passionate about. I cannot recommend the School of Law and Politics enough.

Natasha Hole Law and Politics (LLB)

News

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Corporate accountability explored at Cardiff human rights conference

23 June 2022

This May, the Centre for Human Rights and Public Law hosted a two day virtual conference entitled Corporate Accountability for Human Rights Abuses and Natural Resources Governance: A Study in Global Law, Development and Justice.

Mock trial returns following Covid hiatus

21 June 2022

Negotiate this – Cardiff duo take on national competition final

10 June 2022

Cardiff mooters take final to Supreme Court

16 May 2022

REF 2021

Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results

REF assesses the quality of research in UK higher education institutions. The impact of our research and environment in which we work at Cardiff University were integral to our REF 2021 submission.