2-Term Pathway - International Foundation Programme - Continue to Bachelor of Laws (Law Plus) (LM029)

Program Description

The International Foundation Programme is a one year full-time programme designed to offer international students an alternative route to undergraduate study.  This programme is suitable for international students who do not hold qualifications equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate or who need a further boost to their English language skills.

By the end of the course it is expected that students will:

• have reached the required academic standard to study at UL
  
• have reached the English language level requirements for entry to UL
• be prepared for the linguistic demands of a degree course
• have demonstrated the necessary study skills for completion of their chosen course

Upon successful completion of the International Foundation Programme, students will proceed to their degree programme. 

The study of law is an enriching educational experience that provides intellectual stimulation and an  exposure to decision-making and argumentative skills. The Law Plus programme allows you to choose elective subjects in other disciplines including Politics, History, Psychology, Economics, Maths, Sociology and languages. You can therefore expect to have a wide variety of options open to you upon graduation. 

Law Plus places significant emphasis on the development of practical legal skills including oral and written communication skills, analytical and logical reasoning skills, negotiation, legal research, organisational and teamwork skills, particularly through the lawyering skills modules. Our moot court and appellate court facilities are utilised throughout the programme to develop these skills and ensure our students graduate equipped to deal with working in a legal environment. These skills are of course transferable and of great benefit to those who choose to pursue a career outside of law.  

You will also have the opportunity to participate in Advanced Lawyering projects. These projects provide students with a unique opportunity to engage with community partners and to apply their legal knowledge and skills in a practical manner. Projects vary from year to year and have in the past included topics such as miscarriages of justice, sentencing, Street Law, and legal app development.