pre-university law (QQI Level 5)
This full-time one -year programme is for those interested in working in law. It is an excellent taster programme, with emphasis on a basic introduction to the primary areas of Irish law and the Irish Legal System. The principal pathways for further study are into Arts, Business or Law degrees. It is also a useful course for anyone seeking to apply to join the Defence Forces or An Garda Síochána.
- Work Experience
- Communications
- Business Law
- Legal Practice and Procedures
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Word Processing
- Criminology
Modules are subject to change.
Leaving Certificate or QQI Level 4, or equivalent standard of education. All applicants are subject to an interview and an online assessment.
Maynooth University: MH502 Law & Criminology (Level 8) South East Technological University (SETU), Carlow: SE403 Business with Law (Level 8) Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone: US850 Law (Level 8) University College Dublin: DN600 Law (BCL) (Level 8) University of Galway: GY132 Government (Politics, Economics & Law) (Level 8) University of Limerick: LM028 Criminal Justice (Level 8) |
**QQI Maths Module required or Leaving Certificate Maths
For further information, please email Elaine on 057 9349471 or email tullamore@loetb.ie
€50 QQI Level 5 Certification Fee. (Medical Card holders or those in receipt of a Social Welfare payment are exempt from this Certification Fee.)
VTOS: If you are over 21 years of age, are unemployed and have been getting certain social welfare payments for at least 6 months you can apply for the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme (VTOS). Successful applicants can receive a VTOS payment for the duration of the course, instead of their social welfare payment. Small meal and travel allowances may also apply.
Course Details
Code:5M3739
Award Title: QQI Level 5 – Certification in Legal Studies
Duration: One year – September 2025 to May 2026.