The University College Dublin Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) offers you a comprehensive grounding in the foundational principles and evolving landscape of law, preparing you for a dynamic career in a globally interconnected world. You will explore core legal subjects such as Contract Law, Tort Law, and Constitutional Law in your initial years, before delving into more specialised areas like EU Law, Property Law, and Criminal Law. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students who possess strong analytical skills and a keen interest in understanding how legal frameworks shape society and international relations.
This full-time, on-campus programme spans four years, providing you with a rich academic experience through lectures, tutorials, and independent study. In your later years, you will have the flexibility to tailor your studies by selecting from a diverse range of elective modules, including International Human Rights, Environmental Law, and Intellectual Property Law. You will also have the unique opportunity to engage with practical legal skills through our Clinical Legal Education Centre, potentially undertaking an internship or study abroad placement. You will graduate with a UCD BCL degree, equipped for diverse legal careers or further postgraduate study.