Law, Criminology, and Criminal Justice
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This is a unique degree offering in Ireland for students with an interest in both laws and the fields of criminology and criminal justice. Students have the opportunity to combine the study of a full undergraduate law degree with an additional specialization that focuses on the causes of crime and the operation of the criminal justice system. Students will have access to world-class academics that specialize in the fields of criminal law, criminal justice, criminology, psychology, and human rights.
On graduation, students will have completed all the modules required to support them to undertake the entrance exams for the Law Society of Ireland, should they wish to qualify as a solicitor. Students who wish to qualify as barristers will have the option of taking all additional modules required by the Honourable Society of King’s Inns through the Legal Professions specialized stream in their final year.
Graduates of this program will be well positioned to pursue careers as barristers or solicitors specializing in criminal law or working with the agencies and organizations of the criminal justice system. Students will have the opportunity to engage in a professional work placement in a leading law firm or organization that specializes in criminal justice. Students on placement will be able to see the criminal justice system in action, thereby supplementing their academic education with practical experience.
As an alternative to a work placement, students can also study abroad at partner institutions around the world, giving them the opportunity to experience their academic education in an international setting and to gain a different perspective on law, criminology, and criminal justice.
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Both EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA citizens have to pay a student contribution fee of maximum €3,000 year for student services. Eligibility for Free Fees Initiative is available for EU students. Students may apply to SUSI for a grant towards their student contribution or tuition fees.
Application deadline for EU students is February 1.
Admissions Requirements
High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.75/4 Unweighted. Minimum SAT of 1380 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 700, Math 670) or an ACT of 29 to gain entry. If available, Advanced Placement Tests - Grade 3 or above in at least two tests (preferably three tests). Students will also need to submit a personal statement and two references to support their application.
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Galway
Ireland
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