Cork,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Irish Language and European Law in Cork Ireland | University College Cork
University College Cork
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Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
17,000
(c. USD19,630.41)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This specialized program in Irish Language & European Law welcomes Law graduates, individuals with other legal qualifications, or those whose degree includes significant legal studies. Applicants must demonstrate advanced proficiency in Irish at the secondary level (minimum A in Leaving Cert Honours or B2 TEG) or have completed Irish language coursework at the tertiary level.
Our MA in Irish Language & European Law seeks to revitalize and enhance students' existing Irish language abilities, progressing them to an advanced competency level (C1 TEG) throughout the program. Participants receive expert instruction in European Law while developing comprehensive Irish language capabilities. The curriculum includes study periods at UCC complemented by an intensive residential week in Waterford's Gaeltacht region, providing full linguistic immersion. Graduates earn a valuable dual qualification that addresses Europe's growing demand for combined legal and language expertise.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Successful applicants will normally have a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent in Law (or a degree comprising a substantial component of Law).
Applications from graduates whose primary Law degree is at Second Class Honours Grade II level will be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on the information in a supplementary statement and interview/assessment. Applications will also be accepted from candidates holding a qualification as a barrister or a solicitor in Ireland or the United Kingdom.
A degree in Irish is not necessary but a high standard of Irish is required (e.g. an ‘A’ at the Higher Leaving Certificate Level or equivalent (B2 Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge)). Applicants will be further required to present for an interview/assessment with the Department of Modern Irish.
Duolingo English Test: DET 120 (with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section)
IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20
Cambridge Examinations:
C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First
176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test
Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59
Tuition
EUR
17,000