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Course Details
Course Code(s):
LA4151
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Course Start Date:
Autumn
Duration:
12 Weeks
Award:
University Certificate of Study
Qualification:
NFQ Level 8 Minor Award
Faculty:
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Course Type:
Professional/Flexible, Online
Fees:
For Information on Fees, see section below.
Contact(s):
for more information or to be notified when applications are open.
Brief Description
Understanding the law is essential in many aspects of life, from navigating your rights as a citizen to making informed decisions in business or public service.
This 12-week, Level 8 micro-credential introduces you to the foundations of the Irish legal system. You will explore how the Constitution, courts, and legal professions operate, and learn about key areas such as criminal law, tort law, and European Union (EU) law.
Designed for anyone interested in gaining practical insight into how Irish law works, this module will help you build your legal literacy and confidence in engaging with legal processes.
This module can be taken as a standalone University Certificate of Study (UCOS) module.
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During this module, you will:
Explore how the Irish legal system is structured, including the role of courts, judges, and legal professionals
Understand key areas of Irish law such as constitutional, criminal, tort, and EU law
Learn to identify legal sources and interpret case law in a common law context
Build your confidence in applying legal knowledge to real-life situations
Key Information
This micro-credential will be delivered online over 12 weeks.
You will be assessed using continuous skill-based assignments including a number of essays.
Part-time considerations:     
Designed for working professionals     
Evening or recorded lectures     
Additional prep and group work time     
Timetable provided after registration
To help you to be successful on this course:
Applicants are considered on an individual basis whose academic qualifications, work experience, motivation and overall potential for the module are evaluated.
Guidelines for your applications:
When applying, be sure to include the Module Code LA4151. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.
By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.
This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.
Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme.
EU - €619
Non-EU - €619
Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).
Other funding
Find further information on funding and scholarships.
This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers:
Administrative or support roles in legal, public, or regulatory environments
Advocacy, compliance or policy-related roles across the public or voluntary sectors
Early-stage preparation for careers in law, justice or public service
Progression to further study in law, politics, public administration or social science
Graduate and Professional Studies
+353 (0)61 234377
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, Limerick, Ireland