SE422 · Level 6 · 2 years

Legal Studies

South East Technological University - Waterford · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

216

Up 11 points since 2023 (205).

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About this course

A two-year Level 6 Higher Certificate in Waterford that introduces you to working in legal settings.

How long
2 years
What you study
Year 1 covers the Irish legal system, contract, torts, land law, labour law and legal writing. Year 2 adds company law, conveyancing, litigation, evidence, taxation and legal accounts.
Where it can lead
Careers include solicitors' offices, An Garda Siochana, the civil service, banks and insurance, and you can continue to the BA in Legal Studies or Legal Studies with Business.
Who it suits
Suits students who want practical legal skills in a shorter course and may study further later.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

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

2023205202421220252202026216

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026216Published after the final round
2025 220220367
2024 212212374
2023 205208387

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 or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: 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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