University of Limerick

Bachelor in Laws (Evening degree programme)

Limerick, Ireland Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

The University of Limerick, founded in 1972 and located on a scenic riverside campus in Limerick, Ireland, is known for combining high quality teaching with strong industry engagement. With about 16,300 students including some 2,700 international learners, the university offers a broad portfolio of programs across arts, business, engineering, science, health and education. Its compact campus and emphasis on experiential learning create a supportive environment for academic and personal development.

Students benefit from practice-oriented study, extensive placement options and partnerships with local and international employers that help translate classroom learning into real-world skills. The university’s 151 programs provide flexible pathways at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while research activity and innovation hubs support entrepreneurship and graduate employability. Campus life balances academic support with opportunities for clubs, sport and cultural engagement.

International students find dedicated services for admissions, visas, accommodation and integration, plus strong career support through co-op placements and industry links. Limerick’s location offers the advantages of a lively regional city with good transport to major Irish centres. Graduates typically pursue careers in industry, research or professional practice, benefitting from the university’s practical focus and global outlook.

About the Program

The Bachelor in Laws is a 4-year evening degree program at the University of Limerick, designed for students who want to pursue a career in law. This program provides a comprehensive education in law, covering all the core law modules required by the Irish professional bodies. The program is ideal for working professionals, with classes scheduled in the evening.

The curriculum includes courses like Contract Law, Commercial Law, and Constitutional Law, as well as electives like Labour Law and Sport and the Law. Students will develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills through their studies. The program also offers a project-based course, allowing students to apply their knowledge in a practical setting.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Solicitors, Barristers, Legal Advisors, or Law Lecturers. They can work in law firms, government agencies, or private companies, and can be employed by organizations like the Law Society or the King's Inns.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is about the same as the typical bachelor's in Ireland.

Median tuition for that cohort is 13,927 USD, across 1,213 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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