Business and Law (Hons) Technological University of the Shannon

Overview

Students will be equipped with the analytical and advocacy skills that arise from legal training, combined with the numeracy and financial literacy of a business degree. The modules are taught by experienced practitioners from commercial and legal practice.

This Business and Law (Hons) degree at the  Technological University of the Shannon  provides a comprehensive grounding in the fundamental areas of law, including the legal system and the interaction of Irish and European Law. In addition, you will also engage with key areas of business such as marketing and management. Students on this course will have the opportunity to develop key transferable skills (including oral and written communication skills, analytical skills, enhanced numeracy, teamwork and research skills) which are increasingly attractive to potential employers.

Career Opportunities

This honours degree provides a foundation for any student wishing to train as a solicitor by undertaking the exams of the Law Society of Ireland. It also offers students the opportunity to study the core subjects required for King’s Inns entry and entrance exams. However, these are not the only options open to you. This degree opens up a range of alternative options other than the practice of law. Students might decide to pursue a career in the public service or private industry. You will have acquired a skill set and competencies attractive to a wide range of businesses, both inside and outside of law including banking, the civil service, human resource management, media and other related disciplines.