Law (General)

Entry requirements

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in law or a primary degree in which the legal component accounts for at least 50% of the whole programme.

• The university may shortlist and invite you to an interview. 

Other Entry Considerations:

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme.

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Advance your legal career with a flexible and enriching Master of Laws (General) at Ireland’s multi-award winning law school. This programme is designed to deepen your understanding of diverse legal subjects from criminal law and human rights to international trade and family law.

You will benefit from UL’s strong reputation for academic excellence, employer engagement, and graduate success. Whether you’re a recent graduate or a legal professional seeking to broaden your expertise, this LLM offers the opportunity to shape your legal education to suit your interests.

Delivered full-time over one year or part-time over two years, the programme combines academic rigour with practical experience, preparing you for a rewarding career in law and beyond.

Information for international students

• Postgraduate Entry Requirements for International Students
• English Language Requirements

Email ULGlobal@ul.ie for further information.

Fees and funding

• Scholarships for International Students
• Sports Scholarships

Assessment