What is the BA in Legal Studies?
This is a one year add-on course for students who wish to seek employment in areas where law plays a prominent role. Students can also proceed to honours degree level studies having attained the required standards in the degree examinations.
Nolan, Farrell and Goff Merit Prize
Students on this programme are eligible for the Nolan, Farrell and Goff Merit Prize. This prize is awarded annually to the student achieving the highest result in Property Law on either the BA in Legal Studies or the LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons).
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Law of Property 1 | Law of Property 2 |
| Equity and Law of Trusts 1 | Equity & Law of Trusts 2 |
| Tort Law 1 | Tort Law 2 |
| Constitutional Law 1 | Constitutional Law 2 |
| Succession Law 1 | Succession Law 2 |
| Criminal Law 1 | Criminal Law & Procedure |
Entry Requirements for BA in Legal Studies:
Entry to this course will be restricted to students who hold a Higher Certificate in Arts in Legal Studies (subject to availability of places) and candidates with equivalent qualification.
To Apply:
Go to Advanced entry
Graduates of the BA in Legal Studies have found work in the following areas:
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Solicitors' Practices
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Legal Department of Business Organisations
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Auctioneers
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Property Management Sector
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Course Leader(s)
Course Leader
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Ms. Ann-Marie Slevin McGrath
Lecturer in Law, Course Leader B.A. in Legal Studies
Tel: 51302478 Email: AMEMCGRATH@wit.ie
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