Foundation leading to Law

The Foundation leading to Law at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a one-year programme for students who need to build up their skills before starting a law degree. It helps students improve their academic reading, writing, and critical thinking. Students learn basic legal topics and also take general modules to prepare them for higher-level study. After passing the foundation year, students can move into the full law degree.

The course is taught through lectures, workshops, and support sessions. It's designed to help students adjust to university life while giving them a strong base in legal studies.
This foundation course covers topics such as academic skills, communication and writing, study skills and critical thinking. Students are assessed through essays, presentations, projects, and tests.

The Foundation leading to Law at Cardiff Metropolitan University is great for students who need an extra year to prepare. The course is friendly and supportive, helping students grow in confidence. After the foundation year, students can start a full undergraduate degree in law.

Cardiff Metropolitan University was founded in 1865. It has two main campuses: Llandaff and Cyncoed, both located in Cardiff, Wales. The university teaches a wide range of subjects, such as art, business, education, sport, technology, and health. It stands out for its hands-on teaching, small class sizes, and strong support systems.

Students enjoy modern classrooms, sports centres, libraries, social events and clubs and societies, which make students feel part of the university. Cardiff is a student-friendly city with good transport, shops, and places to relax.

Teaching at Cardiff Met focuses on helping students learn by doing. Teachers have real experience and bring that into their lessons. The university uses group work, one-on-one help, and real-life tasks to make sure students understand the subject. 

Grade Requirements:

To be enrolled, you need A Levels, BTEC, T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. Other qualifications equivalent to A-Level may be accepted.

English Proficiency:

Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.0 standard or equivalent.

In 2025/2026, the annual cost of studying the Foundation leading to Law at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 for international students.

While there are no scholarships available for the foundation year, the university, however, offers a scholarship for those studying an undergraduate course at the university. That is, after your foundation year, you are eligible for an undergraduate scholarship of up to £2,500​.

Graduates from the Foundation leading to Law at Cardiff Metropolitan University can move on to a full law degree, which may lead to jobs like:

• Solicitor
• Legal assistant
• Court officer
• Paralegal
• Law clerk

To apply for Cardiff Metropolitan University Foundation leading to Law, you can apply directly on the university website or through UCAS. If you need help with the application, you can get in touch with our counsellors for detailed guidance.