Inchicore College of Further Education Pre-University Law

Course Aim

Pre-university Law will equip you with a foundation in a wide range of legal concepts along with the administrative skills required in any legal secretarial role. Learn about the importance of law to the operation of business in Ireland and where laws originated.

You will be able to identify, discuss and apply sources of law including the relevance of EU law. You will explore the nature and structure of the Irish legal system, essential aspects of the law of contract and the necessary features of the law of negligence.

If the focus of this course for you is in gaining employment in legal administration or as a legal secretary, you will be in demand. Otherwise, you may progress to higher education to study Law or courses where Legal Studies are combined with other subjects.

Work experience forms an integral part of this course.

Course Content

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Business Law
Criminal Law
Customer Service
Family Law
Legal Practice and Procedures
Work Experience
Reception and Frontline Office Skills

Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons.

Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate: O6/H7 in 5 subjects
Leaving Certificate Applied
QQI Level 4 major award
Equivalent qualifications will be accepted

Mature Applicants

Mature applicants who have relevant industry experience and may not meet the above requirements are welcome to apply.