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Law, Criminology & Policing

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Whether you’re looking for a career as a police constable, solicitor, barrister, criminologist or looking to work in the wider criminal justice arena, we’ve got the course for you at Cardiff Met.

During your degree you will learn from research active academics and expert staff including ex police officers, crime scene investigators and lawyers who all bring their expertise and share their experiences.

You will benefit from work placements and volunteering opportunities to enhance your studies. Plus, our dedicated on-campus facilities will provide you with authentic practical learning experiences through role-play and simulation activities.

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Law, Criminology & Policing Degrees

Criminology – BSc (Hons)
Our hands-on Criminology degree will challenge your view on crime and equip you with the skills needed to make your mark in the criminal justice sector and beyond. Study criminological theories, understand the fundamentals of the criminal justice system, and explore emerging disciplines in contemporary criminology.

Psychology & Criminology – BSc (Hons)
Consider crime through the application of Psychology. This degree examines how biology and social environments shape behaviour, offering insights into crime and societal change. (New for 2025 Entry)

Law & Criminology – BA (Hons)
Fascinated by why people break the law? Or gripped by news about wrongful convictions? Our Law & Criminology degree looks at criminal behaviour through a legal lens, preparing you for a range of legal and criminal justice careers.

Law LLB – (Hons)
Our LLB Law degree offers essential legal knowledge recognised by Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB), preparing you for solicitor or barrister training. We’ll get you thinking and acting like a Lawyer.

Business Law & Management – BA (Hons)
Go beyond traditional legal careers with our Business Law & Management degree. Recognised by the Institute of Legal Secretaries and PAs (ILSPA) and the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC), you will develop specialised skills for diverse legal roles including Paralegal and Legal Secretary.

Professional Policing – BA (Hons)
This degree meets the National Police Curriculum core requirements for the College of Policing’s pre-join degree in Professional Policing, equipping you to become a police constable, or to pursue other roles in the criminal justice arena.


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Facilities
 

Crime House

Policing and Criminology students put knowledge into practice at our specialist Crime House, which includes a custody suite, observation and surveillance suite, and suspect interview room.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Moot Courtroom

Our purpose-built Moot Court allows Law and Policing students to apply theory in real-life mock courtroom scenarios.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Crime Simulation: Real Practical Learning

Professional Policing and Criminology students joined forces with our Media and Communications department for a live crime incident. Watch how a missing person investigation unfolded at our Crime House with students role playing as Crime Scene Investigators, Detectives and Initial Response Officers, gaining real-world practical skills.

 
 

““Without the practical experiences during my time studying LLB Law at Cardiff Met, I would not be where I am today. From the countless hours preparing for a mooting competition at the University, to the careers sessions on how to make an appealing LinkedIn page, to client management and interview preparation – these have all been vital skills that I’ve carried through to my legal career.”

Cellan Williams
LLB (Hons) Law graduate and Legal Advisor at Simpson Solicitors

 
 

“During the degree, lecturers always informed us of exciting or new opportunities available to us. I successfully applied for South Wales Police (SWP) Special Constabulary and began my training at the start of my second year. Alongside my degree it has been amazing to experience what it is like to be on a Neighbourhood policing team and on Response policing. A highlight for me was receiving a ‘Certificate of Commendation’ from the Chief Officers of the Special Constabulary for my efforts to help save a man’s life on a bridge in Bridgend. Becoming a Special Constable has enabled me to learn all about the role of a Police Officer, apply things I’ve learnt into my modules and prepare myself for when I join the police full-time.”

Olivia Lester
Professional Policing – BA (Hons)

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