Legal Studies

LEGAL STUDIES

Course Code: BLSXX

Entry Requirements

• Mature students (over 23) - No requirements
• Students (18-23) - Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• All entries will be subject to interview. 

Course Description

One-year full-time intensive course designed to equip students with the necessary practical, personal and interpersonal skills. 

Certification

FETAC National Vocational Certificate Level 5 (BLSXX) 

Work Experience

Work Experience is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain two weeks work experience in a local office environment. 

The period of work experience will be specified by the college. 

Course Content

• Libel and Defamation
• Criminal Law
• Legal Studies
• Business Law
• Word Processing
• Database Method
• Communications
• Work Experience

Career Options

Students obtaining certification in this course may progress to selected courses in third level  colleges under the Higher Education Links Scheme.

Other options include entering direct employment. 

The College’s Career Guidance Counsellor is available throughout the year by appointment to discuss and advise.