LLB. Law

Dublin

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

Trinity College Dublin offers a rigorous and comprehensive LLB Law program designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical framework necessary for success in the legal profession and beyond. This program provides students with a deep understanding of legal principles, theories, and practices, preparing them for a wide range of career opportunities in law, business, government, and academia. Through a combination of core coursework, elective modules, practical training, and experiential learning opportunities, students develop critical thinking abilities, analytical reasoning skills, and effective communication strategies. With access to world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive academic community, students in the LLB Law program at Trinity College Dublin receive a comprehensive legal education that prepares them to excel in their chosen career paths.

Core Legal Subjects: The LLB Law program covers a wide range of core legal subjects, including contract law, tort law, criminal law, constitutional law, administrative law, property law, and equity and trusts. Students study fundamental legal principles, theories, and doctrines, gaining a solid foundation in both substantive and procedural aspects of the law.

Elective Modules: Students have the opportunity to tailor their degree through a variety of elective modules, allowing them to explore specialized areas of law according to their interests and career goals. Elective modules may cover topics such as international law, human rights law, commercial law, environmental law, family law, or intellectual property law.

Practical Skills Training: The program emphasizes the development of practical legal skills, including legal research, writing, advocacy, negotiation, and problem-solving. Students participate in moot court competitions, mock trials, client interviewing exercises, and legal drafting assignments, honing their abilities to analyze legal issues and communicate effectively.

Experiential Learning Opportunities: Students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through internships, externships, clinical placements, or pro bono work with law firms, government agencies, non-profit organizations, or legal clinics. These experiential learning opportunities allow students to apply their legal knowledge and skills in professional settings and gain valuable hands-on experience.

Professional Development Support: The program provides students with comprehensive support for their professional development, including career advising, networking events, guest lectures, and alumni connections. Students receive guidance on internship opportunities, job placement strategies, graduate school applications, and bar exam preparation, helping them to launch successful careers in the legal profession.

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Location

Dublin

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Score

IELTS: 6.5

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Tuition Fee

€ 21570

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Application Fee: € 55

Academic Qualifications: For admission to undergraduate programs at Trinity College Dublin, international students are required to have achieved a minimum academic score of 80-85% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 or 6.5, with no section below 5.5.
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 90, with no section score below 20.
  • PTE Academic: Overall score of 63, with a minimum of 59 in each section.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET): Overall score of 120, with a minimum of 105.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Trinity College Dublin offers an array of scholarships to attract and support international students seeking to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to talented individuals from around the world.

Trinity Global Graduate Award: This award provides financial assistance to high-achieving international students applying for postgraduate programs. It covers full tuition fees for successful applicants, ensuring access to Trinity's exceptional academic offerings.

Trinity College Dublin Scholarships: These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students based on academic merit and may cover partial tuition fees or provide stipends to support living expenses.

Government and External Scholarships: TCD facilitates numerous external scholarship programs offered by governments, foundations, and organizations worldwide. These scholarships vary in criteria and scope, providing opportunities for international students across different academic disciplines.

Specific Program Scholarships: Certain academic departments or faculties within Trinity College Dublin may offer scholarships tailored to specific fields of study or research areas. These scholarships aim to attract exceptional talent and encourage students to pursue specialized programs.

Sports Scholarships: TCD also recognizes athletic excellence by offering scholarships to international students with outstanding sports achievements. These scholarships support student-athletes in balancing their academic pursuits with sports participation.

Graduating with an LLB in Law from Trinity College Dublin opens up a wide array of career opportunities in the legal profession and beyond. The comprehensive legal education and training provided by the program equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding necessary to excel in various professional roles.  

  1. Legal Practice: Many graduates pursue careers as solicitors or barristers, practicing in law firms, chambers, or as independent practitioners. They may specialize in areas such as commercial law, criminal law, family law, intellectual property law, or human rights law, representing clients in court, advising on legal matters, drafting legal documents, and negotiating settlements.

  2. Corporate Law: Graduates may work as in-house legal counsel for corporations, businesses, or multinational companies, providing legal advice and support on corporate governance, compliance, contracts, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property rights, employment law, and regulatory matters.

  3. Government and Public Service: Graduates may pursue careers in government agencies, regulatory bodies, or public sector organizations, working as legal advisors, policy analysts, or civil servants. They may contribute to the development, implementation, and enforcement of laws, regulations, and public policies at the local, national, or international level.

  4. Judicial and Legal Services: Some graduates may aspire to become judges, magistrates, or legal officers within the judiciary or legal system. They may preside over court proceedings, adjudicate disputes, interpret laws, and administer justice in accordance with legal principles and procedural rules.

  5. Legal Academia and Research: Graduates may pursue careers in academia, teaching law at universities, colleges, or law schools. They may conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and contribute to the advancement of legal knowledge and understanding in areas such as jurisprudence, legal theory, comparative law, or legal history.

  6. Alternative Legal Careers: LLB Law graduates may explore alternative career paths in legal consulting, legal publishing, legal journalism, legal technology, or legal entrepreneurship. They may leverage their legal education and skills to innovate, problem-solve, and create value in diverse sectors and industries.

  7. Further Education and Specialization: Some graduates may choose to pursue further education or specialization by obtaining a master's degree, PhD, or professional qualification in a specialized area of law or related field. They may specialize in areas such as tax law, environmental law, health law, international law, or dispute resolution.


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