BCL Law and Arts (LWD) in Maynooth Ireland | Maynooth University

Maynooth University | Maynooth Ireland
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 17,000
(c. USD19,763.52)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

This legal qualification is officially recognized by the prestigious Honorable Society of King's Inns. The Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) spans three years, blending legal studies with an additional academic discipline. Unlike the LLB (MH501), the BCL includes all fundamental law courses while dedicating more time to mastering a complementary subject. This structure offers the unique benefit of pursuing legal education alongside another field of interest.

During the final two years, students pursue law alongside one chosen subject from an extensive selection, including languages and various humanities and social sciences disciplines.
The program provides comprehensive training in essential legal topics while allowing students to tailor their educational journey.
Academic adaptability: After successfully finishing their first year, BCL participants can opt to transition into the second year of the LLB program (MH501).
Participants may also have opportunities for professional placements in law firms (availability dependent) or international study exchanges at partner universities worldwide.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Students must have completed a Leaving Certificate equivalent to the Ireland Leaving Certificate.

IELTS - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band; TOEFL internet-based test - iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections; Pearson Test of English - 63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section; Duolingo English Test (DET) - 120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation, and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production. (This lower production subscore applies to non-EU applicants only), Cambridge Proficiency Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge Advanced Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge First Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1); ETAPP - C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Oxford Test of English - 140 with no less than 125 in each skill; Trinity College London ISE - ISE III with at least merit in each skill category. International Baccalaureate – English A1, A2, or B5 at Higher Level (4at either Level if presenting IB through English) NOTE: Applicants whose school-leaving examinations are more than two years old should present additional proof of English.

Tuition EUR 17,000

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