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This unique program stands alone in Ireland. The BCL (Law and Irish) offers an engaging blend of legal studies with Irish language, literature, cultural studies, and institutional knowledge, while enhancing critical thinking and analytical abilities.
Reflecting contemporary legal education needs, the BCL (Law and Irish) increasingly focuses on building both knowledge and practical skills. Students complete 60 credits annually through a mix of mandatory and optional law and Irish courses, including dedicated skills development modules.
Additionally, students can pursue certain legal subjects taught entirely in Irish.
Non-EU applicants are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate
Duolingo English Test (DET): DET 120 with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section
IELTS - International English Language Testing System/ IELTS Indicator Test: Minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 in each band
TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language - TOEFL iBT/TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition Test: Minimum overall score of 90 and minimum of 20 in each section
University of Cambridge: 176+ on the Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English i.e.
Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2) Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2) First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1)
Pearson PTE Academic: Minimum of 63 (with at least 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section)