University College Dublin - Ireland
Law with Economics
| Programme Short Name: | BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) |
| Load (FT vs PT): |
Full Time |
| Levels (UG, G, etc): |
Undergraduate studies |
| Course Information: |
CAO Code: DN600 LES Leaving Certificate: Passes in six subjects including English, Irish, a third language & three other recognised subjects. Two of the six subjects must be minimum HC3. We strongly recommend that students embarking on this degree have at least a Grade HC3/OB3 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics or equivalent. Click below for equivalent entry requirements information for: |
| Why is this course for me? |
This course allows you to obtain a highly respected degree in Irish law, whilst simultaneously acquiring a broad knowledge of economics. Certain areas of law (e.g. competition regulation and intellectual property) are heavily influenced by economic theory. BCL (Law with Economics) graduates are uniquely equipped to understand these regulatory frameworks in all of their conceptual complexity. On this degree, you’ll embark on a field of cross-disciplinary study which is intellectually very demanding, but also tremendously enriching and of immense practical importance. You may also choose some non-Law modules, including a language (Spanish, French, Irish or Chinese). Key Fact: In third year, UCD Law students can avail of the opportunity to apply for work placements in law firms, NGOs or government departments. |
| What will I study? |
First & Second Year
In addition, you are introduced to the principles of macro- and micro-economics In second year, you will study:
At the same time you'll also develop your understanding of economics and statistics. Third & Fourth Year With a wide choice of law and economics modules, you can choose to pursue your own areas of particular interest and tailor your degree through modules including:
You may select from the clinical law modules offered by our Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC), including Competition Law in Practice and Alternative Dispute Resolution. You'll attend lectures and tutorials, in addition to engaging in study and preparatory work. Law with Economics Sample Timetable (.pdf) Assessment is through a combination of end-of-semester examinations, essays and group work projects. For detailed information on subject content click here. |
| Career & Graduate Study Opportunities |
BCL (Law with Economics) graduates have an attractive skill-set which is of undisputed relevance to commercial legal practices and to businesses in Ireland and abroad. Recent graduates have found employment with leading law firms and businesses. Graduates are also eligible to pursue further study in the fields of:
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| International Study Opportunity: |
Many students take the opportunity of spending time abroad in their third year, at partner universities in:
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| Graduate Profile |
“I chose to study Law with Economics at UCD as I had a strong interest in both subjects and felt that studying two subjects would give me a broader education than a single-discipline degree. I particularly enjoyed having the flexibility to tailor the degree to my personal interests by choosing from a wide range of modules in both disciplines. Outside the classroom there is a huge range of societies and clubs. I became strongly involved in the L&H, which runs a number of events on campus each week. I also debated regularly and even had the opportunity to represent UCD internationally, which was a great experience! Since graduating I have moved to London to commence a training contract with Slaughter and May.” Michael O’Dwyer, Graduate |
| Related Programs: |
Business & Law Law Law & Chinese Studies Law with French Law Law with History Law with Philosophy Law with Politics Law with Social Justice |
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| Contact Information: |
Programme Office, UCD Sutherlan School of Law Tel: +353 1 716 4110 |
