National University of Ireland Galway

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Course Overview
Law impacts on all aspects of life today, and the LLB provides you with an excellent basis for a career as a practising lawyer, as well as in other fields such as administration, business, the media and social work. The LLB is also excellent preparation for work in a legal advisory capacity in the private or public sector.

 Course Highlights:

• Provides a route to qualifying as a lawyer for graduates from any discipline.
• Clinical Placements are available with law firms, barristers, and a range of governmental and non-governmental organizations working to promote the public interest.
• Skills Development is an important element of this programme with a focus on critical thinking, analytical ability and professional writing skills.
• Tailored Programme allows students to choose the modules that interest them or will further their career goals.
• The Accredited Programme offers all the subjects currently required for the entrance examinations to the legal professions (solicitors and barristers).
• Moot Court provides an opportunity for students to develop skills such as advocacy, research and legal analysis skills. 
• Expert Lecturers deliver this programme.  Students also attend guest seminars from prominent practitioners, academics and judges.
• Diverse Modules range from European Union Competition Law, Intellectual Property Law, Consumer Law to Global Issues in Contemporary Labour Law.  
• Career Support is provided through professional workshops concentrating on students’ CV and interview skills.  Careers in Law Week also provides an opportunity to meet partners from leading law firms.