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Pre-university Law with Criminology
Level 5
Pre-University Law with Criminology
Course Code: 5M3789
Course Content:
- Legal Practice and Procedures
- Business Law
- Criminal Law
- Conflict Resolution
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Criminology
- Family Law
Award:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Legal Studies.
Aim:
The purpose of this course is to give a solid introduction to Law and Criminology for students wishing to obtain a legal or other qualification at Universities and Institutes of Technology. It introduces students to the methods of study, writing and research skills necessary for successful participation at Third Level.
This course is a viable alternative route to Third Level College entry for students (school leavers or mature students) who wish to complete a foundation year before progressing. This course also provides learners with knowledge and skills for employment.
Progression & Career Options:
The majority of students progress to Law or Arts Degree programmes in:
![]() UCD |
![]() DCU |
![]() UCC |
![]() UL |
![]() TU Dublin (City Campus) |
![]() TCD |
![]() DKIT |
![]() NUI Galway |
![]() IT Carlow |
![]() Letterkenny IT |
![]() Maynooth University |
There are 175 places reserved in Arts in Maynooth University for QQI Level 5 certificate holders.
This also provides a route to enter Law programmes in Maynooth University in Year 2.
Course Code and QQI Title: 5M3789 – Legal Studies
DIFE Course Title: Pre-University Law with Criminology
Level 7 and 8 Courses to which this course is linked: |
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UCD | Law, Social Science, Humanities, Law and Business. |
DCU | Law and Society, International Relations. |
UCC, TU Dublin (City Campus), UL, TCD | Law. |
UCC | Law, Arts, Criminology, Business. |
Maynooth University | Law, Social Science, Business. |
Entry to a range of other courses in Institutes of Technology. |
This is not an exhaustive list. Applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked Awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating higher education institutions, or visit www.cao.ie.
Course Code and QQI Title: 5M3789 – Legal Studies
DIFE Course Title: Pre-University Law with Criminology
Student Registration Fee | € 200 |
PLC Government Levy | € 200 |
QQI Exam Fee | € 50 |
Course Fees/Materials | |
DIFE Total | € 450 |