GC418 · Level 8 · 3 years full-time

Law Criminal Justice

Griffith College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

252

Down 126 points since 2024 (378).

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About this course

An LLB (Hons) law degree with a focus on criminal justice. It covers the core subjects needed to go on towards becoming a barrister or solicitor.

How long
3 years full-time
What you study
You begin with legal skills, tort, contract and criminal law. Later you study land law, constitutional law, evidence and company law, then criminology, miscarriages of justice, EU law and a dissertation. You also take one elective in year two.
Placement and abroad
In year three you can apply for a module with the Innocence Project, which involves clinical legal work.
Where it can lead
The course covers the modules needed to progress towards qualifying with King's Inns or the Law Society of Ireland, and it also suits other jobs and further study.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy debating, reading and building arguments, and who are curious about crime and the justice system.

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About Law

Courses on legal systems, human rights, and constitutional law

The academic study of legal principles, systems, and practices. Law degrees cover various areas, including constitutional law, criminal law, contract law, human rights, international law, and more. E.g. Law (LLB), Civil Law (BCL), Law and Business.

Points history

2023202437820252602026252

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026252Published after the final round
2025 260244345
2024 378232339
2023 Not offered under this code

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • A language or Irish or English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

See the course on the Griffith College Dublin website ↗

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