UCD LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/2022

UCD Sutherland School of Law

TRANSFORMING LAW LEARN MORE CONTENTS Our Learning Environment ...... 4 ABOUT STUDYING Your Career Path ...... 6 Work Placement Opportunities ...... 7 International Opportunities ...... 8 LAW IN UCD Studying UCD Law ...... 10

OUR PROGRAMMES There are many opportunities throughout the year to engage with UCD Sutherland School BCL (Hons) ...... 11 of Law and find out more about studying with us. Law with French Law ...... 12 BCL/Maîtrise ...... 13 ONLINE EVENTS Law with Chinese ...... 14 Our website www.ucd.ie/law is a good source of Throughout the year we also run a number of events Law with Economics ...... 15 information about studying law in UCD. For example in either face to face or virtually – sign up with www.ucd. Law with History ...... 16 the ‘Undergraduate Programmes’ section you will find a ie/myucd to receive notifications of the following: series of testimonials where current and past students Law with Irish ...... 17 • Law Open Evening talk about their degree choices. We have also included Law with Philosophy ...... 18 a Reading List there which was prepared by faculty and • UCD Open Day should interest future law students. • Law Summer School Law with Politics ...... 19 For videos relating to law, go to UCD Sutherland School VIRTUAL TOUR Law with Social Justice ...... 20 of Law YouTube Channel for student testimonials, a tour You can also take a virtual tour of the campus and ‘visit’ BBL (Business And Law) ...... 21 of the law building, some short sample lectures from the Sutherland School of Law building on www.ucd.ie/ Summer School and a selection of other events we have myucd . We will also post information on that website filmed over the last few years. about how to book a visit to UCD in the future. Student Life at UCD ...... 22 Clubs and Societies ...... 24 Alternative Routes to Study Law ...... 26 Scholarships and Prizes ...... 27 Our Sutherland School of Law Community ...... 28 Further Study In Sutherland School of Law ...... 30 How To Apply ...... 31 FOR FURTHER DETAILS VISIT www.ucd.ie/law | www.ucd.ie/myucd WELCOME The study of law is the primary focus of the UCD Sutherland School of Law for all staff and students. The School aims to inform, inspire and challenge our students.

We expect students to be intellectually curious and we We welcome new students from and small tutorials in many subjects. After first year, the help them develop rigorous analytical skills, academic internationally every year. Students, irrespective of BCL students choose from a broad range of degree integrity and a strong ethical sense equipping them their life experience or background, are welcome and programmes and modules discussed in this booklet for the next stage in their careers as UCD graduates. belong to our community. We take enormous pride in and there are opportunities for students to also study Graduation is the goal but learning law is the path to our students’ learning and how they go onto successful abroad at one of our many partner Law Schools across that day when your name is called out and you walk up careers in legal practice, business, public service, media the world. The Law curriculum introduces you to legal in your robes to get your parchment. and in the cultural and not-for-profit sectors. And we doctrine, legal writing, the ability to read case law, take particular pride in those who have gone on to make statutes, and other sources of law, and to analyse Our first year undergraduates arrive in September with a mark in public life. The fourth president of India, V.V. the role of law in society. The first two years of study little or no experience of law. Our Masters students Giri, was a law student here at the time of the 1916 introduce you to the diverse world of law with the are looking to specialise in a particular area of law and Rising. More recently Peter Sutherland, formerly EU opportunity in third and fourth year to study subjects our PhD students are writing specialist book length Commissioner, was Director of the WTO and Chairman such as Commercial Law, Criminology, Family Law, theses. The research and writing of our faculty informs of Goldman Sachs. Judge Síofra O’Leary currently FinTech, Human Rights Law, Intellectual Property Law, our teaching. We publish extensively nationally and is a judge in the European Court of Human Rights in Legal Practice, Migration Law and Public International internationally and contribute to public Strasbourg. Law. Our Professional Diplomas, Masters and PhD through social media, television, radio and the national programmes provide talented students with the press. The Sutherland School is the only purpose-built opportunity to further develop their expertise. university law school in Ireland with state-of-the-art The School has a vibrant and engaged alumni facilities designed around a principle of community. Law is a challenging, robust and fascinating field of community and, with UCD Careers Network, runs an With its bright, airy classrooms, lecture theatres and study and the School looks forward to welcoming you extensive careers programme from first year onwards student study areas it provides a focus for all law here. to assist our students in finding the right path for them students and staff. after graduation. Undergraduate students join either as part of the Bachelor of Business and Law (BBL) or the Bachelor of Professor Imelda Maher MRIA Civil Law (BCL), with large lectures supplemented by Dean and Sutherland Full Professor of European Law

UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 3 OUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The School of Law is based in the purpose-built UCD Sutherland School of Law building on the Belfield Campus. The teaching facilities on offer are unrivalled and include three large lecture theatres and the unique Arthur Cox Clinical Legal Education Centre. This Centre houses a Moot Court, Judge’s Chamber, Negotiation and Arbitration Suites, as well as Client Counselling rooms. The Sutherland School of Law offers modern and innovative spaces for the learning and practice of legal skills. The building has proven to be an excellent environment for all who use it, from students and academics, to the legal professionals and distinguished guests who regularly frequent the Sutherland School of Law. With the changing learning environment, there are also opportunities for blended and online learning as part of many of the programmes we offer.

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As a law graduate from UCD, you will be very well placed to pursue various careers in THE LEGAL PROFESSION Ireland and abroad. UCD Sutherland School of Law graduates have a strong reputation You can go on to qualify as a barrister or a solicitor in the legal professional marketplace. Given their exposure to multidisciplinary studies, in Ireland, or in the UK, or as a lawyer in Australia, it is no surprise that many have also developed careers outside the law in fields such as the USA, or in Europe. banking, taxation, journalism and broadcasting. BUSINESS Our graduates work in corporate banking, management and tax consultancy in companies throughout the world. OUR CAREERS SUPPORT ACADEMIC CAREERS ADVISOR PUBLIC SERVICE UCD has a dynamic Careers Network to advise you on In addition to the excellent support offered by the UCD your future career progression. Careers Network, Sutherland School of Law also has We have graduates in the Human Rights an academic careers advisor on staff. The law careers Commission, the Law Reform Commission, in There are dedicated talks and workshops on topics advisor mentors students from first to final year, the Diplomatic Service, the Oireachtas and in the such as ‘CV Writing’, ‘Completing Application Forms’ offering advice on appropriate career steps: from further European Commission. and ‘Interview Preparation’. During the year, there are studies and scholarships at home or abroad, to law various employer recruitment presentations on campus, GRADUATE STUDIES firm recruitment, Irish or European public institution and leading Irish and UK law firms take part in an Annual placements and other public law and private law UCD Law graduates have been admitted to study Law Careers Fair organised by UCD. options. for postgraduate degrees at many prestigious All students are actively encouraged to engage with the universities abroad, including Harvard, Oxford, For information on the current Head of Career career development programme from their first year in Cambridge and the European University Institute. Development in UCD Sutherland School of Law see our UCD. website at: www.ucd.ie/law/people. OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Our graduates are also successful journalists, are employed in the technology sector, and are on the staffs of international organisations.

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STUDENT PROFILE STUDENT PROFILE Fionn Henderson | Corporate Law Firm Róisín Dunbar | Irish Refugee Council

With increased competitiveness in the I was drawn to the Legal Placement Module as it offered The fact that UCD offered a Legal Placement was a employment market, UCD Sutherland something completely different – gaining insight into deciding factor for me placing UCD first on my CAO legal practice through practical experience. While I had in 2015. I had heard a lot of positive feedback about School of Law offers a suite of modules heard extremely positive feedback from past students, the module and the value it gave to students going that focus on clinical legal education. There it far exceeded my expectations and the experience forward. The seminars were an invaluable experience; is a core emphasis on developing work has been one of the highlights of my degree thus far. being student-led, they allowed us to learn about I was lucky enough to be placed in a leading Irish law other placement experiences and reflect on our own skills and employability and, as part of this, firm’s Litigation Department. While there I was exposed experiences. as a Law with Social Justice student I every year a group of students is offered to the type of work that a trainee would undertake, was focused on human rights law and so this module the opportunity to be placed in legal and which while challenging, was absolutely fascinating gave me the opportunity to undertake a placement in policy organisations, while also gaining and ultimately very rewarding. There were also regular organisations which do not usually offer short-term department-specific seminars as well as general skills placements. I was eager to gain experience in a law course credit over the duration of their sessions and talks throughout the placement that centre of an NGO; fortunately, I was partnered with placement. helped to acclimatise me to the firm itself as well as the the Irish Refugee Council. The work I completed was work there. Everyone was very helpful and supportive, varied and interesting from shadowing client meetings, Legal Placement is one such module where and every effort was made to help me integrate into the advising people in the Drop-in Centre to carrying out students undertake a placement with legal team. country of origin and fundraising research. I had the opportunity to interact with clients on a daily basis firms, public bodies or non-governmental Overall, this experience has been invaluable: my desire and was charged with a level of responsibility of a full- organisations. This module provides to progress into corporate law has been confirmed and time volunteer. The placement and the professionals I I look forward to going back into the firm in the near students with the opportunity to work worked with offered me guidance post graduation and future, having been offered a training contract after showed me the varied career opportunities open to a alongside Ireland’s most highly regarded completing my placement. Additionally, undertaking law graduate. and influential legal professionals. the placement in conjunction with the seminars in UCD was a brilliant way of making sense of your own My time with the Irish Refugee Council has been the experience through discussion with the other students most influential experience in my college career. It in the module. was incredibly fulfilling and has aided my personal and professional development. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 7 INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

At UCD Sutherland School of Law, we actively encourage our students to travel abroad as part of their education. It is an opportunity not to be missed in today’s globalised world.

We offer our students the best range of opportunities Ciaran Sweeney Kate McCarthy of any Irish Law School to study abroad, including One year exchange to the University of Minnesota One semester Erasmus in the University of Louvain, numerous partners across Europe, as well as Australia, Belgium In August of my third year of law, I set off for my Canada, China, India, New Zealand, Singapore, and the year-long International Exchange to the University of I studied Business and Law and when I learned there USA. Minnesota. The year was beyond everything I expected was an opportunity of a semester-long Erasmus as Over one hundred of our students go overseas in their it to be. I knew very little about Minneapolis before I part of this degree, I jumped at the idea. It was a third year. Many of our graduates go on to practise headed over but within a month of arriving, I felt like I perfect opportunity to develop practical language law overseas as a result of their positive experience. knew the city backwards. Making friends was very easy, skills and continue my studies abroad. I chose to UCD participates in the ERASMUS/Socrates European both with the American students, and with the other complete my five month Erasmus in Louvain-la-Neuve, Exchange Programme and has extensive links with international exchange students. I got involved with a small university town outside Brussels. It provided universities around the globe. the law school football team and the musical society, the perfect environment to make new friends, gain and found both of these to be a fantastic way to make a different perspective on my studies and improve Depending on which particular programme you choose friends. my French, all while immersing myself in a foreign to study, you may have the opportunity to spend a culture. The travelling opportunities were endless – semester or year at one of our partner universities. The Outside of law school, the chance to travel around we were constantly exploring new cities and visiting widest range of destinations is offered to BCL students. America was also an opportunity not to be missed. as our other Erasmus friends. My participation in the well as travelling to the states that border Minnesota, You can find a full list of our partner institutions at Erasmus programme will undoubtedly be one of my I visited Miami and Chicago and got to see tourist www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. best memories from my time in UCD and I encourage attractions such as the Sears tower. Overall, I could not everyone to seek out these opportunities and grab them recommend the year-long or semester-long exchange if they can. enough; it really is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

8| UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 Our Global Partner Universities Europe and UK Austria Leopold Franzens Universität Innsbruck University of Vienna Belgium Université Catholique de Louvain University Antwerp Croatia University of Zagreb Czech Republic Charles University Prague France Université d’Aix-Marseille Université de Rouen Université Panthéon-Assas Université Toulouse 1 Capitole Germany Humboldt Universität zu Berlin Universität Mannheim Italy Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi Universita Degli Studi di Padova The Netherlands Maastricht University Utrecht University Spain Universidad Carlos III de Madrid University of Navarra Universitat Pompeu Fabra Canada Sweden Stockholm University University of British Columbia Uppsala University Osgoode Hall Law School York University, Toronto Switzerland Université de Fribourg United Kingdom University of Sheffield

Asia & India China China University of Political Science and Law Renmin University Singapore National University of Singapore Singapore Management University (SMU) India Symbiosis International University

USA University of California, Davis University of Connecticut University of Tulsa Stetson University University of Texas University of Miami Australia & New Zealand Australia University of New South Wales, Sydney University of Minnesota Australian National University, Canberra University of Queensland, Brisbane University of Western Australia, Perth New Zealand The University of Auckland

UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 9 STUDYING Years 1&2 Foundations of legal knowledge and specialist subjects UCD LAW

Bachelor of BCL Law with BCL Law with BCL Law with BCL Law with Civil Law Chinese Economics French Law History

If you choose to study law in UCD you will find a wide range of degree options open to you. The eleven BCL Law with BCL Law with BCL Law with BCL Law Bachelor of degree choices are outlined on the following pages Philosophy Politics Social Justice with Irish Business and Law with testimonials from students who have chosen each option. By way of summary, the table to the right indicates the core law subjects (modules) that all first year law students will take plus the programme-specific subjects to choose from. Throughout the course of your degree, the School of Law Programme Managers and All students are offered core law modules and programme-specific subjects your Academic Mentor will be on hand to offer advice and to help you select the best module options for you. Core law modules Students taking ‘Law Withs’ also If you have any specific queries about module selection, take progamme-specific modules please email [email protected]. General Constitutional Contract as appropriate, for example in: Introduction to Tort Law Law Law Legal Studies* Law History Chinese Studies Philosophy General Economics Politics Introduction to European Property Criminal French Law Social Justice Legal and Union Law Law** Law Irish Professional Skills *

Years Further Specialisation and International Study 3&4

Bachelor Degree in Law (Honours)

*Not offered to Law with Chinese students. **Offered as an optional module to Business and Law students in Year 3.

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Studying national and international legal rules develops skills and strengths that appeal to employers outside and within the legal professions. STUDENT PROFILE Rowan Kelleher WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? WHAT WILL I STUDY? “Their first hand knowledge gave real The BCL is a degree with a long history and an With a wide choice of law modules you can tailor your established reputation at home and abroad. The BCL BCL, with modules in: life application to challenging topics.” degree allows you to immerse yourself in the study of • Commercial Law; law, to engage with a vast range of legal perspectives The BCL degree had always attracted me because • Environmental Law; and to acquire a profound understanding of how law of the academic respect and excellence that the works in theory and in practice. The BCL degree offers • Family and Child Law; Sutherland School of Law represents. My time at UCD students the widest range of international opportunities • Intellectual Property Law; and, has only strengthened this belief. in your third year. • International Human Rights. Throughout my time in college, my knowledge Many BCL graduates progress to distinguished careers You can also choose ‘clinical’ options focussing on law in and understanding of the law has developed nationally and internationally, including Gráinne de practice, e.g.: exponentially as a result of the dedicated academic Búrca, a 1986 BCL graduate now a Professor of Law at staff – many of whom are practising barristers and • Advocacy; New York University. leaders in their field. Their first hand knowledge gave • Competition Law in Practice; and, real life application to challenging topics. • Alternative Dispute Resolution. Outside the classroom, I also got involved with the NOTE : If you are interested in later qualifying as You may also choose some non-law modules, including Student Legal Service society as a contributor to their a lawyer in the USA, the BCL programme is the a language (Spanish, French, Irish or Chinese). law publication and as a legal clinic volunteer. Not recommended choice. only was it beneficial for my academic skills, but it The Sutherland School of Law has a moot court and trial was a great opportunity to meet other students. rooms, offering you a virtual courtroom experience. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed studying the BCL programme and my time at Sutherland School of Law.

DID YOU KNOW? Final year students can apply for US externships in the federal courts and the Federal Defender’s Office in Los Angeles and Chicago. Internships in the are also on offer. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 11 LAW WITH FRENCH LAW DN600

Develop the skills and strengths that come from a thorough grounding in Irish and international law and combine these with a general education in French law. GRADUATE PROFILE Sarah Patton Judicial Assistant, Irish Courts WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? This is combined with intensive French language training and an introduction to French public law and “The French law aspect opens This degree allows you to undertake a degree in Irish French private law. law, whilst simultaneously acquiring a broad knowledge up numerous opportunities on a of French law and a very high level of competence in In second year, you will continue to build your European and International level...” the French language and French legal terminology. This knowledge of the foundations of Irish law, covering: degree is one of two French Law Programmes offered by • EU Law; UCD’s Law with French Law degree was the perfect the Sutherland School of Law, the other being the BCL/ • Property Law; and, course for me. The French law aspect opens Maîtrise on the opposite page. All students interested • Criminal Law. up numerous opportunities on a European and in the French Law Programmes enter the BCL (Law with International level, and allows students to undertake French Law) in first year. You will also advance your French language skills and an Erasmus. My year abroad in Toulouse is one of my continue your study of French public law and French WHAT WILL I STUDY? fondest memories of the degree, being immersed private law. in the culture and developing my language skills FIRST AND SECOND YEAR THIRD AND FOURTH YEAR through my studies and travels. The first year of the course focuses on the core Irish law You will spend your third year at a partner university in I was a member of UCD Ladies Hockey Team modules of: Paris, Toulouse, Aix-Marseille, Lyon or Strasbourg and throughout my time in college which allowed me • Constitutional Law; will return to UCD for the last year of the programme. to meet students from all different disciplines, • Contract Law; and, In final year, you are required to complete a dissertation as we competed together, winning national club on French law. You will particularly benefit from championships, national intervarsities and competing • Tort Law. studying in a small class and from studying with both for UCD at a European level. Irish and French students on the BCL/Maîtrise degree.

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Pursue a unique opportunity to take two degrees at the same time. Acquire the linguistic and legal skills and qualifications to pursue exciting national and international career opportunities. Spend two years in France. STUDENT PROFILE Celine Dakik WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? WHAT WILL I STUDY? “….provides the perfect path into This degree is one of two French Law Programmes During your first two years of the dual-degree offered by the Sutherland School of Law, the other programme at UCD, you will study the normal range of practicing law whether in Ireland, being the BCL (Law with French Law) on the opposite legal subjects that are taken in the BCL, and which are France, or internationally.” page. All students interested in the French Law required by the professional legal bodies. Programmes enter the BCL (Law with French Law) in These include: Constitutional Law; Contract Law; Tort; Studying the BCL/Maîtrise in UCD has been an first year. The students who have achieved the highest Property Law; and, Criminal Law. In addition, you will extremely rewarding experience. The unique grades in Level I of the BCL (Law with French Law) will study both French public law and French private law. programme provides the perfect path into practicing have the option to apply for interview to enter the BCL/ law whether in Ireland, France, or internationally. By Third and fourth years are spent in one of our two Maîtrise. acquiring in-depth knowledge of both the common partner universities: Université Panthéon-Assas (Paris II) The major difference between the two Programmes law and the civil law or Université Toulouse 1 Capitole. is that the BCL/Maîtrise allows you to undertake two legal systems, you are developing your legal skills and The BCL/Maîtrise is an intensive programme aimed at degrees: a degree in Irish law and a degree in French learning about two different cultures which offers highly motivated and ambitious students. law, the Maîtrise en Droit, from either the Université opportunities for internships in a diverse range of law Panthéon-Assas (Paris II) or the Université Toulouse 1 Graduates of the programme will have acquired an firms. Capitole. exceptional range of legal and linguistic skills. The flexibility of my timetable encouraged me to Your final two years (third and fourth) are spent at get involved in student life: I am the current auditor either of these universities. The Maîtrise en Droit (or of UCD’s Arab Society, a cultural society. Getting Master 1) is considered to be a master’s level course. involved is crucial to develop your interpersonal skills and to make memories from the best years of your life!

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Develop an appreciation of law, culture and language in modern China, combined with a thorough understanding of Irish, European and international law.

GRADUATE PROFILE Timothy Wu Murphy WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? WHAT WILL I STUDY? “As part of the course, students are The BCL (Law with Chinese) degree allows you to You will focus on the core Irish Law modules in first and undertake a degree in Irish law, whilst simultaneously second year, including: given the chance to study in Beijing” acquiring a broad knowledge of Chinese law and a very • Constitutional Law; high level of competence in Mandarin and Chinese legal • Contract Law; I chose to study this programme, in part because of terminology. • Tort; its relevance in today’s world, but also because it is thoroughly engaging. It provides an opportunity During this degree, you will gain comparative insights • Property Law; and, for students to develop a deeper and broader which inform an enhanced critical perspective on law. • Criminal Law. understanding of both the Irish legal system and As part of the degree you will take modules in Chinese This is combined with intensive Chinese language Chinese culture, through studying a range of subjects Studies and also classes in Mandarin. Your third year is training and an introduction to Chinese culture and from EU law and criminal law to the Chinese language spent at a leading law school in China. society. and Doing Business in China. Law with Chinese is a challenging but extremely You will spend your third year at a partner university Lectures are extremely insightful and are taught by valuable degree for students who wish to gain a in China (Renmin University or the China University of highly regarded individuals. In particular, the small competitive career advantage in the increasingly Political Science and Law (CUPL), both of which are in Chinese classes allow students to interact closely with globalised world. Beijing). the teaching staff. On your return to UCD for the last year of the degree, As part of the course, students are given the chance to you will undertake a research module in Chinese law. study in Beijing, allowing us to immerse ourselves in You will also choose from a wide range of Irish law the capital of one of the biggest expanding markets of modules, including clinical modules from the School’s our generation. Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC).

DID YOU KNOW? Students entering this course do not need prior knowledge of Mandarin.

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Study law within the context of economics and explore the relationship between two of the most critical disciplines affecting society today. GRADUATE PROFILE Dmytro Moyseyev Trainee Solicitor, Leading Law Firm WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? WHAT WILL I STUDY? This course allows you to acquire a highly respected With a wide choice of law and economics modules, you “...a better understanding not only degree in law, whilst simultaneously developing a broad can pursue your own areas of interest. Modules include: of the legal system but also of the knowledge of the principles of economics. Certain areas • Employment Law; social and economic impacts law and of law (competition regulation, intellectual property) are heavily influenced by economic theory, and as a BCL • Competition Law in Practice; policies have...” (Law with Economics) graduate, you will be uniquely • Banking Law; equipped to understand these regulatory frameworks • Intellectual Property Law; Pursuing Law and Economics at UCD is one of the most rewarding decisions I have made. The degree in all of their conceptual complexity. While on this • International Monetary Economics; and, degree you will embark on a field of cross-disciplinary allowed me great flexibility, enabling me to keep up • Game Theory. study, which is intellectually very demanding, but also my knowledge of German through the elective option tremendously enriching, and of immense practical WHY ECONOMICS? whilst studying two disciplines that I enjoy. importance. Thanks to this I was able to spend my third year on Economics explores how people – consumers, business Erasmus in Berlin, studying German law through people, public servants and politicians – make decisions, German, which was an unforgettable experience. and how they choose between alternative ways of spending their money and using their skills, energy and The two subjects are highly complementary and time in a wide range of human endeavours. As well allow you to develop a better understanding not as standard subjects, economics can throw light on only of the legal system but also of the social and decision-making in many diverse areas of life, from love economic impacts that various laws and policies and marriage to sports and crime. have.

DID YOU KNOW? Many leading UK and Irish law firms host recruitment presentations on campus in UCD throughout the year. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 15 LAW WITH HISTORY DN600

This law degree merges the discipline of law with a grounding in its intersection with history.

GRADUATE PROFILE Sarah Murphy Trainee Solicitor, London-based Law Firm WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? WHAT WILL I STUDY? “Studying both subjects...has There is a natural affinity between the disciplines With a wide choice of law and history modules, you can of law and history. Each is shaped by the other. pursue your own areas of interest. Modules include: allowed me to appreciate the broader Important historical events are often interlinked with • Jurisprudence; historical context of legal decisions contemporary legal structures, and legal reform is often prompted by the defining events of the past. as • History of Public Law; and how they still affect us today” a consequence, many lawyers are also keen historians. • Criminal Justice History; This course allows you to acquire a highly respected • Juries; The opportunity to study both law and history in a combined degree ensured that the UCD BCL degree in Irish law, whilst also indulging a passion for • Fascism; and, history and acquiring a deeper understanding of past programme was at the top of my CAO form. I have • Russian Revolution. events which have shaped our legal system. been able to shape my degree according to my own WHY HISTORY? interests, taking classes on European Human Rights Law, The Third Reich, English Public Law and the Knowing what happened and why is essential in life. Origins of Modern Diplomacy. Studying both subjects Studying history provides you with the skills necessary has enhanced my ability to argue my point of view in to understand the world we live in. Explore the past, a convincing way and has allowed me to appreciate examining a wide range of periods and topics that the broader historical context of legal decisions and cover many parts of the globe. Study controversies and how they still affect us today. The highlight of my different ways that the past can be understood. Learn degree was spending a semester abroad at Utrecht how to research, use evidence and think critically. University where I got to further specialise in my area of interest, experience a different way of life and meet incredible new friends from all over the world.

DID YOU KNOW? UCD has a dedicated Law Careers Fair and students are supported and advised by an academic member of staff and have access to the School’s legal careers blog. 16 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 LAW WITH IRISH DN600

Offers a cohesive set of Irish language modules which are relevant to the study and practice of law.

STUDENT PROFILE Neasa Ní Bheaglaoich | Student WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? • Forbairt na Gaeilge Acadúla • Aistriúchán Dlíthiúil “Is seans iontach é an cúrsa seo an dlí The BCL (Law with Irish) programme was introduced in 2017. This programme offers you the opportunity • Iriseoireacht na Gaeilge. a nascadh lenár dteanga dhúchais” to acquire a highly respected BCL degree whilst Students will study abroad at Concordia University additionally deepening your competence in the Irish (Montreal) for a semester in their third year. Concordia Is seans iontach é an cúrsa seo an dlí a nascadh lenár language in the context of law. offers one of the leading Irish Studies programmes in dteanga dhúchais. Tugann an nasc idir na hábhair seo deis dom obair a dhéanamh thar lear nó anseo WHAT WILL I STUDY? the world. Students will experience life in a vibrant bilingual city, and will have the opportunity (optional) in Éirinn tar éis an chúrsa agus mo scileanna teanga FIRST AND SECOND YEAR of taking a French language course. a chur in úsáid trí chomhthéacs dlíthiúil. Is cúrsa In first and second years your studies in law comprise uathúil é Dlí le Gaeilge anseo i mBaile Átha Cliath; tá core modules such as: WHY IRISH? pobal Gaeilge iontach ar an gcampas agus tá neart deiseanna ann a bheith páirteach sa phobal sin. This degree offers Irish language enthusiasts the • Constitutional Law; Chomh maith leis sin, tá a lán deiseanna ann a bheith opportunity to further their language learning and to • Contract Law; páirteach ó thaobh an dlí de lasmuigh do léachtaí. develop a unique ability to interact with legal texts in Rogha fhoirfe ab ea Dlí leGaeilge dom féin mar gur • Tort Law; either Irish or English. Law graduates with a high level theastaigh uaim mo chuid Gaeilge a úsáid sa tsaol • EU Law; of competence in Irish are very well placed to pursue oibre amach anseo ach le hábhar eile ina theannta • Property Law; and, traditional careers in law as well as related careers sin. • Criminal Law. including lawyer/linguist roles at the European Union and diplomatic service with the Irish Department of Your Irish language modules include: Foreign Affairs. • Teanga na Gaeilge

DID YOU KNOW? School of Law Programme Managers and your Academic Mentor are on hand to advise you with your choice of modules. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 17 LAW WITH PHILOSOPHY DN600

Explore fundamental questions about society, knowledge and human existence, and how they impact and influence the law. GRADUATE PROFILE Geoff Allen | Studying for an MSc at Utrecht University WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? Cicero, a Roman philosopher and lawyer, tells us: “It isn’t enough to possess wisdom; you should be able to “Law and Philosophy are highly Legal systems express and reflect the prevailing moral, use it too”. political, social and economic philosophy of the State. complementary subjects. Both Law and philosophy are therefore complementary fields Both disciplines train their graduates to read texts teach you to think critically and of study and any understanding of law is fundamentally closely, think independently and foster an ability to enhanced by a knowledge of philosophical theory. This communicate complex ideas with clarity and accuracy. analytically...” course allows you to combine a highly respected degree These attributes are essential in many professional in law with an enriched appreciation of its philosophical occupations, not least the world of legal practice. Somewhat surprisingly, Law and Philosophy are underpinnings. highly complementary subjects. Both teach you to WHY PHILOSOPHY? think critically and analytically, through reading the WHAT WILL I STUDY? Are you interested in thinking for yourself? Do you arguments and ideas of an author or judge and then With a wide choice of law and philosophy modules, you like problem solving? Do you want to tackle some of responding with your own arguments. In addition can pursue your own areas of interest. Modules include: the most challenging questions that have fascinated to fostering a similar skill set, there are interesting thinkers for centuries, such as: How can we know overlaps in subject matter. You’ll study both the legal • Jurisprudence; anything? Do we have free will? How should we live? side and the philosophical side of property rights, • Criminology; Does God exist? The main requirement for studying political freedoms, and criminal sanctions. • Lawyers, Ethics and Legal Practice; philosophy is a capacity for clear thinking and In final year, you’ll also study legal jurisprudence • Philosophy of Law; methodical argument. and the philosophy of law. I found it much more • Critical Theory. interesting and varied to study two subjects, and I would encourage prospective law students to choose one of the ‘Law with’ courses.

DID YOU KNOW? In your third year you can avail of work placements in law firms, NGOs or Government departments. 18 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 LAW WITH POLITICS DN600

Engage with law in the context of international and Irish politics, political organisation, government and public affairs. GRADUATE PROFILE Jamie McLoughlin | Legal Researcher, Office of Attorney General WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? You will also take a special module, entitled ‘Contemporary issues in Law and Politics’. Each year, “Law with Politics in UCD was the Law and politics are inextricably linked by the legislative this module examines a small number of topics which process. Many UCD law graduates have progressed to are at the interface of law, politics and social policy. perfect fit as the subjects overlap and political careers in the Dáil, and others have become a key feature of the module is the central role of intersect so much.” high-profile political commentators. This course allows invited guest speakers, including lawyers and former you to obtain a highly respected law degree whilst also ministers (such as Michael McDowell SC), experts I was always interested in politics and current affairs, acquiring a deeper understanding of political theory and on international affairs (such as Dr Paul Gillespie) and I liked the idea of studying law. For me, Law with the political process. and leading journalists (such as Dr Carol Coulter and Politics in UCD was the perfect fit as the subjects WHAT WILL I STUDY? Dearbhail McDonald). overlap and intersect so much. For example, when I studied constitutional law, I also took a module With a wide choice of law and politics modules, you can WHY POLITICS? on the Irish political system which really helped to pursue your own areas of interest. The study of politics examines national and contextualise my understanding of the constitution. Modules include: international political institutions, systems and forces. This is also the case with areas such as human rights These include governments, parliaments, parties and and EU law and politics. • Industrial Relations Law; elections, as well as international alliances and conflicts, • Media Law; As part of my degree I got the chance to study abroad human rights, global poverty, war and political violence. in the US and beyond the purely academic, I spent six • Administrative Law; Studying politics will also help you to develop your weeks of my summer after second year volunteering • Public International Law; analytical skills, formulate an argument and express with UCDVO in Haiti. The year I completed my • Foreign Policy; yourself clearly in writing. degree, I was honoured to be selected to partake in • Political Economy; and, the Chief Justice’s Summer Internship Programme for Law Students which enhanced my understanding • Middle-East Politics. of the law and how it works in practice as well as my DID YOU KNOW? UCD Law alumni have included a former Taoiseach and Tánaiste knowledge of court procedures. and many holders of the offices of Chief Justice, Director of Public Prosecutions and Attorney General. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 19 LAW WITH SOCIAL JUSTICE DN600

Are you concerned about injustice in society and interested in acquiring the skills and knowledge that will enable you to advocate change and to tackle social inequality? GRADUATE PROFILE Orlaith Ní Mhadagáin Trainee Solicitor, Leading Law Firm WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? WHAT WILL I STUDY? “a unique law degree course which This course (the first of its kind in Ireland) is intended With a wide choice of law and social justice modules, to allow you to acquire a highly respected law degree, you can pursue your own areas of interest. allows you to address social justice whilst also gaining a detailed understanding of the Modules include: issues such as racism, homelessness, social justice issues that are intended to be addressed by the legal system. While on this degree, you will be • Constitutional Law; modern slavery and human rights.” uniquely equipped to offer a critical perspective on the • Criminal Law; I chose to study Law with Social Justice in UCD adequacy of our criminal justice system, our family • Personal Rights and the Law; court structure, our social systems and our industrial as it is a unique law degree course which allows • Human Rights and Social Justice; relations frameworks. you to address social justice issues such as racism, • Exploring Gender; and, homelessness, modern slavery and human rights. The • Race and Racism: Critical Perspectives. two disciplines of law and social justice overlap and complement each other in a way which allows you to WHY SOCIAL JUSTICE? understand how the law can be used to combat these The subject areas of equality, diversity and disadvantage social injustices, and how in some ways it is being are increasingly topical in Irish society and on the wider used to exacerbate them. global stage. This degree is designed for students who Beyond academia, UCD has a lot to offer through wish to combine law with an in-depth study of the its clubs and societies. I was involved with the Law social context in which law operates. Graduates of this Society, the Student Legal Service, the Film Society degree often choose to pursue further study in Human and the L&H. Overall it was an amazing experience to Rights or Criminology with a view to pursuing a career be part of the UCD community. in these areas.

DID YOU KNOW? Practical experience gained in clinical law modules may give you a competitive edge when applying for internships or traineeships. 20 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 BBL BACHELOR OF BUSINESS AND LAW DN610

Combines two vital components of the commercial world – business and law – to achieve tremendous flexibility in your future career. GRADUATE PROFILE Rachel Coyle Trainee Solicitor, Leading Law Firm WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? • Accountancy; • Management; “students are provided with The BBL combines law and business into a single degree, providing you with an ideal skill set for the commercial • Finance and Economics; and, everything they need to build the world and offering tremendous career flexibility. as a • Marketing. foundations of their future careers.” BBL graduate, you will be uniquely equipped with the FOURTH YEAR analytical and advocacy skills that arise from a legal You will have the option to take more business or law Business and Law was the perfect choice for me training, combined with the numeracy and financial as it allowed me to explore the key areas of both literacy of a business degree. modules, depending on your preference and career plans. disciplines. WHAT WILL I STUDY? The intensive nature of the BBL degree means that you The dedicated and passionate lecturers, along with FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD YEAR will not have time to take extra modules as part of UCD the support staff at UCD, go above and beyond to Horizons. ensure that students are provided with everything During your first three years, you will study both they need to build the foundations of their future business and law equally, learning how these two WHY BUSINESS? careers. disciplines interrelate. Students with strong numeracy and mathematical skills The Erasmus programme was a definite highlight for You will focus on core law degree subjects, including: will find that business is a very complementary subject me, as not only did I get the chance to study both • Contract Law; to study alongside law. The flexibility of module choices disciplines from an international perspective, I met • Tort Law; and, means that during your degree you may choose subjects interesting people from all over the world and had that will enable you to pursue a future qualification as the opportunity to travel. • EU Law. a solicitor or barrister, or alternatively in accountancy, My experience at UCD has been exceptional due to You will take a range of modules across business areas, finance, banking or tax. This degree is highly regarded by the incomparable teaching, the vast range of societies including: employers in the fields of both business and law. and facilities and the opportunity to study abroad. DID YOU KNOW? With the Bachelor of Business and Law Degree you can choose to study abroad for one semester in your third year. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 21 STUDENT LIFE AT UCD

The UCD campus has unrivalled facilities for students, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a full gym and a 90-seater cinema. The university also offers a wide variety of sports clubs and societies for students to really enjoy their college experience.

We are very proud of the outstanding extra- curricular success of many of our students and graduates – some achieving great things on a national and international level. The School is also equally proud of those students who participate in activities in UCD and make a contribution to the larger community while studying here. Worth a special mention are our Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholars, Carla Fusciardi Wallace and harpist Grainne Ní Fhrighil. Also 2020 graduates, Grace Oladipo who founded the UCD Gospel Choir during her time in UCD and Andrea Whelton whose volunteering work included a four-week education programme in Tanzania. In the sporting sphere we are delighted to celebrate the achievements of students and graduates - Deirdre Duke, Anna O’Flanagan, Nikki Evans and Gillian Pinder of the 2018 Ireland World Cup Hockey Team. Also leading golfer, Chloe Ryan and in rugby, Dan Leavy, Rory O’Loughlin, Garry Ringrose and Alice O’Dowd, one of the stars of the UCD Women’s Rugby squad.

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While you are at university you will have many opportunities to explore your interests and develop new ones. There are over 100 clubs and societies at UCD so there is something for everyone from Politics and LGBT+ societies to those offering Photography, Music, Drama and Comedy. There are also two long-established and extremely successful societies specific to the area of Law: LawSoc, which runs both debating and social activities; and, Student Legal Service, which runs clinics offering legal information to other students across UCD.

THE UCD STUDENT LEGAL SERVICE (SLS)

The student legal service (SLS) is one of the fastest SLS is also passionate about providing law students with From a social perspective, the Society holds numerous growing and most vibrant societies in UCD. The society opportunities to prepare for a future career in the legal talks throughout the year and has welcomed guests has dual aims – to provide assistance to students in sector. The SLS negotiation competition held in the first such as the retired President of the Court of Appeal, the need of legal advice and to act as a guiding light to semester is one such opportunity. Students work as a Honorary Mr Justice Sean Ryan and CEO of FLAC, Eilis current law students. team to negotiate a resolution to a dispute on behalf Barry. The Society also organises the annual Law and of a client. It has quickly become a highlight of the year B&L Day which raises large sums of money every year Providing assistance to students is at the heart of SLS and provides students with the opportunity to acquire for charity. and this is done via legal clinics which are held twice a skills such as teamwork and public speaking. The annual week. Here volunteers help students with their legal Students can sign up to join SLS at UCD Fresher’s week student run publication also provides students with the queries, from problems with landlords to consumer or by contacting the society through the SLS Facebook opportunities to hone their legal writing skills. issues and unhelpful employers, SLS clinics act as page. the first port of call for many student problems. Law SLS also organises the Student Legal Convention which students from first year to final year can sign up to is held every year in Sutherland School of Law and volunteer at these clinics and this allows for experience attracts many legal professionals to campus as well as with real life law issues and the chance to expand their showcasing the talents of law students. knowledge and abilities.

24 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 UCD LAW SOCIETY

Now in its 110th year, LawSoc is UCD’s biggest and LawSoc also welcome high-profile guests to address Pictured above is Rachael Mullally who, representing most active society. The Society is open to all students members. Guests in recent years have included: The LawSoc, was crowned the ‘Best Individual Speaker’ whether or not they study law and caters to a wide Script, Cristiano Ronaldo, Judge Judy, Donald Tusk and at the 60th Irish Times competition in 2020. range of student interests. Bill Clinton, bringing in the well-known figures from the LawSoc also runs mooting (mock trial) and careers worlds of law, politics, sport and arts to speak in front of events for law students to enhance their learning Debates are hosted weekly and speakers invited large crowds. experience and help them plan for the future. to answer topical questions which in the past have included diverse themes such as: Should we unite The annual Law Ball run by LawSoc is widely regarded as At Fresher’s Week the LawSoc team are easy to spot in Ireland? Was the last season of Game of Thrones the one of the best social events in UCD. The society also their iconic red hoodies and information on the society worst thing ever made? From comedy to hard-hitting organises regular nights out and large events, from a is also available on the website www.lawsoc.ie and on topics, each debate is unique and entertaining (and is Hallowe’en Gala to first year movie nights and mixers. Facebook and Twitter. frequently followed by free pizza and slushies!) LawSoc also prides itself on debating success, sending students to debating competitions around Ireland and Europe.

UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 25 ALTERNATIVE ROUTES TO

ALTERNATIVESTUDY ROUTES LAW TO IN STUDY UCD LAW Weronika Nowak Law with Social Justice Graduate

UCD Sutherland School of Law is committed to ensuring QQI-FET ENTRY ROUTES TO LAW a diverse student body and therefore welcomes When I got offered a place in UCD Law School I was very As part of our commitment to ensure diversity, equality applications from candidates with a disability, mature excited about this opportunity but also anxious whether and inclusion, we offer a number of places to students students, and those who, for socio-economic reasons, I could manage four years of studies financially and also who have obtained the desired QQI-FET qualifications. might find the traditional application process difficult. anxious about the high standard of teaching in UCD. Application is through the CAO system and in 2020 During their degree, law students can also avail of a As I went to a DEIS school and lived in an economically there were eleven first year places on offer to students programme of funding and assistance – see details in disadvantaged area I was afraid I would not ‘fit in’. who obtain the required awards. (See UCD Admissions the panel opposite of the UCD Sutherland Opportunity website QQI-FET section). Six of the places were in the Being part of the Access Centre as a HEAR (Higher supported by Mason Hayes & Curran. BCL and Law ‘With’ degrees and five in the Business Education Access Route) student definitely helped me Information on alternative routes to study law is and Law (BBL) degree. Admission is available on a to find friends, gain new personal and interpersonal available by contacting: competitive basis to students who hold the accepted skills important for my future career, such as public QQI-FET level 5/6 awards with Distinction (80% or speaking or team work, and receive personal support MATURE (persons over 23 years who do not already above) in at least 5 of the specified modules. Students in moments of need. The Access Centre works with hold a degree) are not required to have studied specific modules for students with disabilities, from low income families and e: [email protected] the majority of degrees except for the following: mature students in order to make sure that their college w: www.ucd.ie/maturestudents experience is the same as other students. Law with French Law: applicants are required to hold a HEAR (Higher Education Access Route for School Grade H3 in Leaving Certificate French, or equivalent (in I was offered a position as Access Leader and Mentor Leavers) addition to meeting the criteria of distinctions in five of to work with incoming students while still in second e: [email protected] the modules listed to the right). level and during their first days of college, so that their transition would be easier. I also was responsible for w: www.accesscollege.ie Business and Law: applicants must have a distinction co-ordinating learning grinds, giving campus tours and DARE (Disability Access Route to Education for School (80% or better) in the 5N1833 Mathematics module providing a helping hand during the university festival Leavers) or alternatively a Grade O2/H6 in Leaving Certificate and college conferences. e: [email protected] Mathematics. w: www.accesscollege.ie I have just graduated with a Law with Social Justice Law with Economics: it is strongly recommended degree and could not be happier with the choice I made. ACCESS that candidates have at least a grade of H6 in Leaving The people I have met and the knowledge I gained will Access and Lifelong Learning.at UCD. Certificate Maths (or its equivalent). stay with me for my lifetime. UCD was a great choice. e: [email protected] w: www.ucd.ie/all 26 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 Moot Court SCHOLARSHIPS & Programme in Schools

Postgraduate Cothram PRIZES FOR LAW Studies & na Féinne Scholars-at-Risk Scholarships The Life-Cycle of STUDENTS UCD Sutherland Opportunity supported by Mason Hayes & Curran International Field Trip Sanctuary Bursaries Scholarships

Mentoring and Internship In addition to the Cothram na Féinne scholarships and other supports offered through Bursaries UCD Sutherland Opportunity supported by Mason Hayes & Curran (detailed in the column to the right) there are a number of other scholarships, awards and prizes available to law students as they progress through their studies. They include: The UCD Ad Astra Academy: The School of Law is Oxford University Press Prize: This award recognises proud of the many law students whose exceptional the highest achieving student on the results of an UCD Sutherland talent in academia, sports and the performing arts undergraduate Research module. benefit from scholarship, mentoring and tailored Opportunity Professor James C. Brady Memorial Prize: An annual supports through the UCD Ad Astra Academy. medal awarded to an undergraduate student who excels Supported by Mason Hayes & Curran Arthur Cox Awards: Awarded annually to two students in two specific modules. A programme of funding and assistance open to to acknowledge the significant contribution they have PWC Prizes: Two awards, one recognising the highest all UCD law students, from incoming first years to made to university life during their time in UCD. achieving student in the Commercial Law module and Masters level, to create a transformative university AMOSS Scholarship: A three-year scholarship awarded the other in Revenue Law modules. experience leading to a successful career in law. to a law student who faces financial challenges during The Swift McNeil Prize: Awarded to the School of Law This programme, aimed at creating greater diversity their time in university. student who enters the Honorable Society of King’s Inns in the legal profession and other careers where legal Bank of Ireland Awards: Launched in 1976 as a Tort with the highest GPA. expertise is sought, offers financial assistance as Law Essay competition, the awards have been extended School of Law Bursaries: Awarded to the highest well as personal and academic supports. Applicants to recognition of top achieving students in each stage. achieving BCL & BBL students in Stages 2,3 & 4. can apply for undergraduate and post-graduate Prizewinners 2019 pictured above. scholarships, career mentoring and bursaries to fund Graduate Scholarships: Available to law students internships and international study and experiences. Frank Scott Access Scholarship: A Scholarship to assist to pursue their studies at Master’s level. They include Students may apply for one, or several, of these a law student (or students) who are supported by the the James Healy and Walsh Scholarships and School supports during their time at UCD. Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) bursaries.

UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 27 OUR SUTHERLAND SCHOOL OF LAW COMMUNITY

The school is a dynamic and busy environment for Pictured at recent events (anti clockwise from top): The Sutherland School of Law students and staff. Guest Lectures, Alumni Reunions, BBLS Class of 2009; Class of 2019; Student BBQ; Former Career Events, Conferences and Seminars are a regular President ; Mr Justice John MacMenamin community is made up of over part of the calendar. & 2020 graduates Caoimhe Gethings & Andrea Whelton; Mr Justice Frank Clarke, Chief Justice at 2019 one thousand students at Every year, numerous leading academics, members of Walsh Lecture, Alumni at UCD French Law Programmes the judiciary, barristers, solicitors and politicians attend undergraduate and graduate level 20th Anniversary Celebration; Alumni Award in Law events hosted in the School. Students are at the core of recipient 2019 Colin Ryan BCL 1997; Students at JM plus a highly engaged group of the School’s community and are actively encouraged to Kelly Lecture; 2020 Graduates Siobhan Akeke & Grace attend events and to take the opportunity to network teaching and support staff. Oladipo; French Ambassador H. E. Stéphane Crouzat, Dr there with staff and guests. Marie-Luce Paris & Juliette Fauvarque.

28 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 29 GRADUATE PROGRAMMES • LLM Degrees: Six taught Masters for law graduates: LLM General, LLM in Intellectual Property and Information Technology, LLM in European Law and Public affairs, LLM in International Commercial Law, LLM in International Human Rights, LLM in Criminology and Criminal Justice. FURTHER STUDY • Masters of Science*: MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice, MSc in International Law and Business. IN SUTHERLAND SCHOOL OF LAW • Research Masters in Law: A full-time or part-time supervised Masters incorporating a substantial research project. • Professional Certificate in Law: A means of The Sutherland School of Law has established an international reputation for the quality undertaking single Masters level modules. of our graduate degrees and doctoral programmes in addition to our reputation for • Masters of Common Law*: An intensive two- excellence in undergraduate education. year conversion programme whereby graduates from disciplines other than law obtain an If you undertake one of the undergraduate law degrees education in an area of law in which they have chosen equivalent law degree qualification. outlined in this brochure, there will be many options to specialise – generally undertaking a two-year, part- • PhD/Doctoral Studies*: An intensive doctoral open to you when you graduate. One of these is to time Masters or a specific Diploma. programme supervised by one of the School’s further your education with a one-year Masters degree If your ultimate degree choice takes you in a direction leading researchers across a wide variety of legal (LLM) in the Sutherland School of Law. Some of our other than law, you may be interested to learn that fields. students choose to do this so that they can specialise in we also offer programmes to graduates from other a specific area of law. • Professional Diplomas*: Part-time Diplomas disciplines, including the Masters of Common Law are currently offered in Arbitration, Professional This can be as a means to a career in academia or to conversion degree. Regulation, Data Protection and Governance progress in a specific career direction – for example and International Financial Services. digital law, a career with the European Commission or in the NGO area. It is also common for qualified solicitors *These options are open to graduates in non-law disciplines. or barristers to return to UCD to undertake further Details at: www.ucd.ie/law/study/graduateprogrammes Email: [email protected]

30 | UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 HOW TO APPLY When choosing which law stream you want to study, you select one as follows: DN600 • Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) • Law with French Law • Law with Chinese • Law with Economics • Law with History • Law with Irish • Law with Philosophy • Law with Politics • Law with Social Justice DN610 • Business and Law (BBL)

CAO POINTS FOR LAW DEGREES: DN600 first round CAO points • 2019: 522 • 2020: 546 DN610 first round CAO points: • 2019: 521 • 2020: 545

Please note that you can only apply for DN600 once. Students interested in studying the Dual Degree BCL/ Maîtrise now apply to study Law with French Law in first year. Subject to achieving sufficiently high grades in first year, you may then apply for interview to enter the BCL/ Maîtrise from second year onwards. The CAO Handbook will provide you with further guidelines on the application process. UCD SCHOOL OF LAW UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2021/22 | 31 TOP 100 SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD FOR LAW QS WORLD UNIVERSITY RANKINGS BY SUBJECT

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