Law of Evidence - Module LA4101

Course Details

Course Code(s):

LA4101

Available:

Part-Time

Intake:

Autumn/Fall

Duration:

12 Weeks

Award:

University Certificate of Study

Faculty: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Course Type: Professional/Flexible, Online

Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.

Contact(s):

Name: School of Law
Email: Law@ul.ie Telephone: 061 202344

for more information or to be notified when applications are open.

Brief Description

How do Irish courts decide what evidence to admit, exclude, or question? This online micro-credential explores the foundational rules that govern the courtroom process and shape legal outcomes.

Delivered over 12 weeks at Level 8, this module is ideal for anyone with an interest in the legal process, fact-finding, trial advocacy, or criminal justice.

Using real case law to build practical reasoning skills, you’ll examine key legal principles such as relevance, hearsay, privilege, the burden of proof, and the admissibility of confessions.

During this module, you will:

Learn to differentiate key concepts in the Law of Evidence and understand how they shape legal argument and courtroom procedure.
Apply principles of evidence to real-world scenarios, evaluating the way in which legal norms and facts interact to support conviction or acquittal.
Understand exclusionary rules such as hearsay, privilege, and the admissibility of confessions, and the rationale behind their application.
Build legal reasoning skills using doctrinal methods and case law to construct consistent, logical arguments within the Irish legal system.

Key Information:

You will be assessed through continuous assessment, including written reflections and scenario-based case analysis.

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 should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.

Guidelines for your applications:

When applying, be sure to include the Module Code LA4101. 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.

Fees

EU - €800

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).

Funding

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This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers:

Legal and judicial services.
Policy and advisory work in criminal justice or public administration.
Law enforcement, investigation, or compliance roles requiring knowledge of legal process.
Further study in law or legal practice.

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