GY251 · Level 8 · 4 years

Law (BCL)

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

509

Down 13 points since 2023 (522).

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About this course

A four-year law degree (Bachelor of Civil Law) covering Irish and EU law. It includes mooting, which is practising arguing cases in a mock court.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers constitutional, contract and tort law, plus critical thinking and writing skills. Second year covers criminal, EU, company and evidence law, and mooting. In final year you choose a specialist stream and write a guided research essay.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 is either a work placement, for example with law firms or public bodies, or a year at a partner law school abroad.
Where it can lead
It covers the core subjects for the Law Society (solicitor) and King's Inns (barrister) entrance exams, and graduates also work in finance, consultancy and the public sector.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy reading, debating, writing and working out arguments.

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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

2023522202450020255202026509

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026509Published after the final round
2025 520520543
2024 500500532
2023 522522543

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

  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • All Languages: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: 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.

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