- Applicants should have Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent
- Mature Applicants welcome.
- All applicants whose first language is not English will be tested at entry
- Use of a computer / laptop and Wi-Fi is desirable
Pre-University Law
Pre-University law enables students to study Business and Criminal Law which cover some of the fundamental legal concepts in the core modules of all undergraduate law degrees.Students are provided with the skills and knowledge to advance to higher education to study for an undergraduate degree in Law, Business and Law, Commerce or Law and Criminology. Students of the Pre-University Law course also gain an understanding of civil and criminal procedure. Here is a testimonial from one of our recent graduates
“…When I first came to Rathmines College, I was really unsure and lost about which direction to go in my studies. But as I graduated from Rathmines College it became clear to me that my passion is to pursue law. It’s thanks to the brilliant members of staff here in the college that helped me realise this. From the teachers to the porters, they all work together to cultivate an environment that allow students to grow academically. Additionally, Rathmines College helped me to progress outside of my academics too with the extracurricular activities they offer, as I was able to win an award for ‘most improved footballer’ after helping the football team go on to win the Belgrove Cup. Also, a special “thank you” to all my classmates, who made this experience better than I possibly could have imagined with their friendship. I wish you all the best in the future…”
Daniel Bakare | Pre-University Law Graduate
Course requirements
Course modules
- Business Law
- Legal Practice and Procedures
- Criminal Law
- Applied Economics
- Business Administration Skills
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience / Personal and Professional Development
- Maths (Optional)
- European Language (Optional)
Education Progression
On successful completion of a QQI Level 5 course students have the opportunity to progress within Rathmines College to:
- QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Business – 6M4985.
QQI Level 5 award holders may apply to a wide variety of Higher Education colleges through the CAO system including:
- Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) (DN600)
- Bachelor of Business and Law (BBL) UCD (DN610)
- BSC (Hons.) Criminology with Psychology UCD (DN620)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) TCD (TR004)
- BCL (Law and Society) (BCL) DCU (DC232)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) TU Dublin (TU918)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) NUI Maynooth (MH501)
- BCL (Law and Arts (MH502)
- BCL (Law and Criminology) (NUI Maynooth) (MH502)
- BA (Hons) in Criminology UCC (CK113)
See the CAO website and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions for more information. Please note that some higher education courses have specific results and subjects requirements.
Work Experience
Students are encouraged to find work placements in a law firm. Their performance in real life legal practice will be monitored and assessed for 2 weeks.
Career Opportunites
Graduates of the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Pre-University Law have the skills and confidence to work in a wide range of professional roles. Recent graduates are now working in law, banking and finance for national and multinational organisations.
Course Fees
Fees
€50
Total
€50
