Law (BCL) and Business

Integrated Masters with deeper specialization and research focus
Taught in English
Duration 4 Years
Mode On Campus
Level Undergraduate
Degree Bachelors Degree
Next Intake TBA

Course Overview

The Law (BCL) and Business undergraduate degree at the University of Galway is designed for aspiring professionals who seek to understand the dynamic interplay between legal principles and commercial operations. You will develop crucial practical skills in legal research, writing, and advocacy, alongside a solid grounding in accounting, economics, and digital business. This program is ideal for students aiming for careers in law, management, finance, or technology, equipping you to navigate complex professional landscapes with confidence and expertise.

This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) and Business is studied over four years. In your third year, you will have the valuable opportunity to undertake a professional work placement or study abroad, gaining practical experience or broadening your international perspective. The final year allows you to specialise through various streams, including Digital Business and Analytics, Law and Innovation, or the Legal Professions stream, preparing you for roles in law firms, corporations, or public sector organisations. You will graduate with a strong interdisciplinary foundation and practical skills sought by employers worldwide.

Course Curriculum & Details

Detailed information for serious evaluators

Program Overview

This program offers a comprehensive study of both law and business principles. Students will explore foundational concepts in financial and management accounting, alongside core legal subjects such as constitutional, contract, and tort law. The curriculum progresses to cover criminal law, European Union law, company law, and advanced topics in equity and land law, complemented by a range of optional business and economics modules.

1 Year 1 (60 credits)

Introduction to Financial Accounting Compulsory
Introduction to Management Accounting Compulsory
Understanding the Law Compulsory
Constitutional Law Compulsory
Contract Law Compulsory
Tort Law Compulsory
Information Management for Business Optional
Business Information Systems Optional
Principles of Microeconomics Optional
Principles of Macroeconomics Optional
Spanish, Legal German, Legal French or Teanga an Dlí (Legal Irish) Optional

2 Year 2 (60 credits)

Criminal Law I & II Compulsory
European Union Law I & II Compulsory
Company Law I & II Compulsory
Mooting Compulsory
Management Accounting I Optional
Business Finance I Optional
International Financial Reporting I Optional
Applied Microeconomics for Business Optional
Macroeconomics and the Business Environment Optional
Principles of Microeconomics Optional
Principles of Macroeconomics Optional
Business Information Systems Optional
Information Management for Business Optional
Cybersecurity Optional
HRM and Decent Work Optional
Management Optional
Spanish, Legal French, Legal German or Teanga an Dlí (Legal Irish) Optional

3 Year 3 (60 credits)

4 Year 4 (60 credits)

Equity Law I & II Compulsory
Land Law I & II Compulsory
Commercial Law Compulsory
Guided Research Essay Compulsory
International Financial Reporting II Optional
Management Accounting II Optional
Management Accounting III Optional
International Financial Reporting III Optional
Business Finance II Optional
Taxation I Optional
Taxation II Optional
Alternative Dispute Resolution Optional
Applied Microeconomics for Business Optional
Econometrics Optional
Environmental and Natural Resource Economics Optional
Health Economics Optional
Microeconomics and Public Policy Optional
Money & Banking Optional
Macroeconomics and the Business Environment Optional
Behaviour Finance Optional
Economics and Philosophy Optional
Economics of Financial Markets Optional
Macroeconomics and Public Policy Optional
Marine Economics Optional
Public Economics Optional
Database Technologies Optional
Business Intelligence and Analytics Optional
Decision Modelling and Analytics Optional
Law and Analytics Optional
The Future of Technology in Work and Society II Optional
Implementing Digital Innovation Optional
Information Technology Law Optional
Industrial and Intellectual Property Law Optional
Lawyering, Technology and Innovation Optional
Business Intelligence & Analytics Optional
Comparative Competition Law Optional
Alternative Dispute Resolution Optional
Decision Modelling and Analytics Optional
Entrepreneurial Venture Development Optional
Law and Analytics Optional
Administrative Law I Optional
Jurisprudence I Optional
Evidence I & II Optional
Labour Law I Optional
Human Resource Management Optional
Labour Law II Optional
Work in a Global Context Optional
Strategy Optional
Lawyering, Technology and Innovation Optional
Entrepreneurial Venture Development Optional
Alternative Dispute Resolution Optional

Cost & Affordability

A clear picture of what this course will cost you

Program Costs

First Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 22,645.00
Second Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 22,645.00
Third Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 22,645.00
Fourth Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 22,645.00
Total Program Cost Estimated total tuition
USD 90,580.00

Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.

Living Costs

Accommodation
USD 864.00 - USD 1,085.00
Food & Groceries USD 2,807.00 - USD 4,491.00
Transport USD 702.00 - USD 1,684.00
Utilities & Bills USD 1,404.00 - USD 2,105.00
Estimated Total USD 4,913.00 - USD 8,280.00

Living cost estimates are based on Galway Campus.

Outcomes & Employability

What happens after you graduate

96%
Graduate Employment Rate Within 6 to 12 months of graduation

Common Graduate Roles

Accounting & AuditingArtificial Intelligence & Machine LearningBrokerage & Trading & SecuritiesCloud Computing & InfrastructureConsumer Finance & Credit ServicesCorporate & Commercial LawData Science & AnalyticsFamily & Civil LawInvestment Management & Asset ManagementWealth Management & Financial Advisory

Top Employers Hiring for this course

AIB

Aviva

Bank of Ireland

Courts Service

Deloitte

EY

Enterprise Ireland

Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission

Why Study Law (BCL) and Business at University of Galway

What makes this program stand out

Top 20 in UK For Computer Science

Exeter's Computer Science department consistently ranks among the top 20 in the UK for both teaching quality and research output.

Fast Offers Quick turnaround

Exeter typically responds to applications within 2-3 weeks, giving you clarity on your options quickly.

Flexible Intakes September start

Primary intake in September with January start available for some pathways through the INTO foundation program.

Accredited Industry recognized

Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, meeting requirements for Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status.

Life at University of Galway in Ireland

What daily life looks like for international students

Language

English

Primary language everywhere

Climate

Mild & Rainy

10-20°C average, pack layers

Safety (Numbeo Safety Index)

Very Safe

Exeter is one of UK's safest cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Law (BCL) and Business at University of Galway

Can I work while studying?

International students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours during breaks. No separate work permit is needed.

What English language score do I need for this course?

For TOEFL, an overall score of 88 with specific section requirements is needed. IELTS requires an overall 6.5, while PTE has a minimum score of 61.

What jobs can I get after studying this course?

Graduates can pursue careers as solicitors, barristers, corporate legal advisors, contract managers, or legal consultants.

What will I actually study in this course?

Students complete all the modules required to support them to undertake the entrance exams for the Law Society of Ireland, should they wish to qualify as a solicitor. Students who wish to qualify as a barrister will have the option of taking all the modules required by the Honourable Society of King’s Inns through the Legal Professions specialised stream.

Throughout the programme there is an emphasis on acquiring the fundamental practical skills required of lawyers –

When can I start — what are the intake months?

The course intake occurs in September each year. New students can begin their studies at this time.
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