Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)
A course for non law graduates wishing to enter the legal profession
Career Prospects
Non-law graduates are being welcomed into the legal profession at an increasing rate, as they are perceived as bringing a fresh perspective to law, and now make up 50% of all new lawyers. Succesful completion of the Swansea GDL, which is validated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the Bar Standards Board/Bar Council and the Institute of Legal Executives (Ilex), satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the vocational stage of training as a solicitor, barrister or legal executive.
