Overview

The Law (JH) programme at Trinity College Dublin offers students a comprehensive foundation in legal principles while allowing for interdisciplinary study through its Joint Honours structure. This four-year degree is designed to explore how laws govern social life, from individual contracts and criminal justice to significant constitutional reforms and international human rights. Students develop a sophisticated understanding of how legal frameworks are created, applied, and evolved within modern society.

Why Law (JH) at Trinity College Dublin?

Trinity College Dublin houses Ireland's oldest and most internationally renowned law school, consistently holding the top ranking in the country. The institution has a distinguished history of producing influential legal professionals, including judges, Chief Justices, and former Presidents of Ireland. Students benefit from a tradition of innovative teaching that fosters ethical awareness and critical reflection. The school's extensive global alumni network provides a vital link to the legal profession both in Ireland and across international jurisdictions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: EUR 22580 per year
European fee: EUR 3181 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum balances foundational legal training with the opportunity to specialise in diverse areas of interest. In the final year, students engage in a Capstone Project, conducting collaborative research on topical legal issues. Modules may include:

Constitutional Law
Company Law
Commercial Law
International Human Rights
Environmental Law
Public Interest Law
Media Law
Intellectual Property Law
Corporate Law

Careers with Law (JH)

Graduates of the Law (JH) programme are highly sought after for their logical thinking, analytical prowess, and precise communication skills. While many progress to qualify as solicitors or barristers, the degree also serves as a gateway to diverse sectors including business, journalism, accountancy, and banking. Many alumni find success in politics, foreign affairs, and public policy roles. The programme ensures that students can meet the module requirements for professional legal bodies in Ireland and the UK, particularly for those following the Major subject pathway.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

In the first and second years of the programme, we ensure that there is an appropriate balance between the academic and practical aspects of law. In the third and fourth years, you will take modules at a more advanced level and allow you to tailor your studies to develop specialised areas of interest, e.g. employment law or medical law and ethics. In your final year of study, you will complete a piece of independent research referred to as the ‘Capstone Project’.

A distinctive feature of the Trinity Law degree is that you will also complete some modules outside of the School of Law during the second and third years of the programme. This will give you the opportunity to choose to study modules in a related discipline, as well as a choice of modules addressing broad themes relevant to all students across the entire University.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

More details

EU/EEA Deadline: 1 May

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Legal Studies View 28 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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90

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69

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Final second level qualification results

IELTS, Cambridge Advanced/Proficiency, TOEFL scores, for applicants whose first language is not English

Academic transcripts for each year of third level study and all third level qualifications awarded

SAT, AP or ACT scores (US and Canadian applicants only)

Two letters of recommendation

Passport

Application fee (non-refundable) and application fee payment form

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

22580 EUR / year

≈ 22580 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

5681 EUR / year

≈ 5681 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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