Overview

Students at the Law (BCL) and Business course at University of Galway are equipped with a dual skillset that makes them highly attractive to employers in both legal and commercial sectors. Combining legal training with core business knowledge opens a wide range of career pathways, from law firms to multinational corporations, regulatory bodies to start-ups.

Key facts

The Law (BCL) and Business degree offers an integrated legal and commercial education over four years. Students gain a full law degree while developing strong foundations in areas like accountancy, economics, digital business, and management. This programme prepares graduates for careers at the intersection of law and business, including corporate law, compliance, consultancy, and public service.

Throughout the degree, students build advanced skills in research, analysis, problem-solving and advocacy, while also developing commercial awareness and practical experience through placement or international study. In final year, students can tailor their degree by choosing a specialist stream aligned with their interests and career goals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Accounting

Management Accounting

Understanding the Law

Constitutional Law

Contract Law

Tort Law

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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International: applications can close on short notice. Students from visa-required countries - Study Visa application process may take 6 to 12 weeks

Language

English

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63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Business Law 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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88

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63

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate including Irish, English, Mathematics, and another language, and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19250 EUR / year

≈ 19250 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

4093 EUR / year

≈ 4093 EUR / year

Additional Details

EU Fees are comprised of Tuition + Student Contribution Charge €3,000 p.a. + Student Levy €140

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Galway

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