About the course

The School of Law and Politics is a recognised leader in legal scholarship in the United Kingdom, and its size enables it to sustain a vibrant research culture. The School of Law and Politics has a thriving postgraduate research culture. We are keen to attract and engage with the next generation of legal scholars and to encourage innovative research in a wide range of fields. We are keen to attract the next generation of legal scholars and to encourage innovative research across a range of varied areas of Law including commercial, discrimination, medical, family and civil justice. The School of Law and Politics offers opportunities for both full and part-time study leading to the degrees of MPhil and PhD.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: GB£38,900

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Cardiff
April, 2024	Cardiff
July, 2024	Cardiff
Autumn (September), 2024	Cardiff
Spring (January), 2025	Cardiff
April, 2025	Cardiff
July, 2025	Cardiff
Autumn (September), 2025	Cardiff
Spring (January), 2026	Cardiff
April, 2026	Cardiff
July, 2026	Cardiff

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for Cardiff University

Applicants should have a good Honours degree in Law (2:1 or equivalent) or overseas equivalent in a relevant subject.

　　Those whose first language is not English must obtain a score of at least 7.0 in IELTS (with no less than 6.5 in the writing element).

　　TOEFL (iBT) - At least 100 with minimum scores of 24 for writing, 22 for listening, 24 for reading and 25 for speaking.

　　International Baccalaureate (Language A) - HL 5 or SL 5

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Cardiff University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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