Embark on a distinctive academic journey with the BCL (Law with Irish) undergraduate degree at University College Dublin. This programme is meticulously crafted for students eager to integrate a deep understanding of legal principles with advanced proficiency in the Irish language. You will explore core legal subjects such as Constitutional Law, Contract Law, and EU Law, while simultaneously developing sophisticated Irish language skills through dedicated grammar, accuracy, fluency, and writing modules like Forbairt na Gaeilge Acadúla. This course offers a unique pathway to a respected BCL qualification, preparing you for a professional landscape where bilingual legal expertise is increasingly valued.
This full-time, on-campus program spans four years, offering a comprehensive immersion in both legal studies and the Irish language. In your third year, you will have the exciting opportunity to study abroad, with a bespoke exchange programme at Concordia University's prestigious School of Irish Studies in Montreal. Throughout your degree, you will engage with diverse legal areas, from Commercial Law to International Human Rights, and gain practical experience through clinical law modules like Advocacy & Mooting. You will graduate from University College Dublin with a robust BCL degree and highly developed Irish language communication skills, ready for diverse career paths in law and public service.