The Bachelor of Laws in Common and Civil Law at the University of Limerick offers a unique pathway for students passionate about problem-solving and international legal systems. If you are drawn to understanding how laws function across different jurisdictions and aspire to hold dual Irish and French law degrees, this programme is designed for you. You will explore core legal subjects essential for a recognised bachelor’s degree in both countries, including Contract Law, Tort Law, and EU Law, preparing you for a dynamic legal career. This undergraduate degree is ideal for those with an interest in French language and culture.
This full-time, on-campus programme is structured over four years, with the first two years spent at the University of Limerick and the subsequent two years at the Université de Franche-Comté in Besançon, France. You will engage with five law modules per semester, experiencing diverse assessment methods from moot court participation to essay writing and traditional examinations. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of both common and civil law, equipped for further legal studies or professional practice, and recognised for core subjects required by the Law Society of Ireland and the Honorable Society of King’s Inns.