GY252 · Level 8 · 4 years

Law (BCL) and Human Rights

University of Galway · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

508

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About this course

A full law degree with a strong focus on human rights. It is described as the first combined course of this kind in Ireland.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year includes human rights law along with constitutional, contract and tort law. Second year covers criminal law, EU law, European human rights law and international protection of human rights, plus mooting and a guided research essay. In final year you choose a stream such as Legal Professions or Human Rights and Equality.
Placement and abroad
Year 3 is either a professional work placement or study at a partner law school abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work as trainee solicitors or barristers after professional exams, or as policy advisers, human rights caseworkers, compliance officers or legal officers with NGOs and international bodies.
Who it suits
Suits students who care about fairness and rights, and enjoy debating and researching legal issues.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026508Published after the final round
2025 520520555
2024 506506521
2023 501501555

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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