The BCL (Hons) Law (International) at University College Cork is an undergraduate degree designed for aspiring legal professionals eager to engage with global legal systems. You will explore foundational legal principles, including constitutional and European Union law, alongside criminal law and contract law. This programme is ideal if you are seeking a comprehensive legal education with a distinct international dimension, preparing you to understand and navigate the complexities of law in an interconnected world. You will develop critical analytical skills and a robust understanding of legal research and writing from experienced academics at UCC.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years. In your third year, you will have the unique opportunity to spend a semester or a full academic year at an approved law school in Europe, North America, or China, immersing yourself in a different legal culture. You will also have access to a wide range of elective modules, allowing you to tailor your studies to specific interests such as international human rights law, commercial law, or privacy and data protection law. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Civil Law (Honours) qualification, equipped for diverse career paths in international law firms, multinational corporations, or public service.