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Email academic.registry@tcd.ieOur flagship LL.M. programme also known as LL.M. (General) offers students the opportunity for postgraduate study where they can select modules from a substantial list of modules covering the disparate branches of law. Students can focus on public law or private law modules or may take a selection of both. The programme encourages independent learning and innovative thinking in a supportive academic community and attracts students from around the world. It will enable students to develop the skills to use appropriate legal theories, doctrines and concepts to identify, formulate, analyse and solve legal problems within national and international contexts and identify, evaluate and synthesise jurisprudential theories and concepts at a level appropriate to Masters graduates.
If you would like to learn about the world of aviation law, criminal law, international trade law, contemporary issues in EU law while at the same time having the opportunity to study environmental law, financial services law, refugee law and more, then this programme is for you.
It is important to note that students wishing to pursue one of our specialised LL.M. degrees and gain access to a number of restricted access modules should apply to: the LL.M. (International and Comparative Law), LL.M. (International and European Business Law) or LL.M. (Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law).
This programme broadens and deepens students' knowledge of the law, further developing their research skills and significantly enhancing their career prospects both within the legal profession and elsewhere. Modules are delivered by full-time academics or expert practitioners to provide a comprehensive learning experience and skill set that can be transferred to future professional careers.
We encourage students to become involved in extra-curricular activities within the School and University to further enrich their profile and expand their aspirations during their studies.
During the academic year, the School of Law will promote various academic and career events including guest lectures from industry experts, alumni networking events and external opportunities. Our brilliant student societies also run a broad range of activities from competitions, social events and workshops with Dublin's leading law firms.
Trinity Careers Service, with their specially designed 'Map my Future' framework is on hand to help you navigate your career journey. They provide 1-1 guidance for all Law students including CV and LinkedIn profile clinics, practice interviews and mentoring. They have a wealth of online resources to help you with your decision making, applications, psychometric assessments and lots more. The Careers Service also have a skills award and great events all year round that Law students can sign up for! To get an overview of what's on and to register with their online portal, check out www.tcd.ie/careers.
This is a full-time programme and is delivered in-person at Trinity College Dublin. It is divided into two semesters during each of which students are required to take three modules. Each module is offered in one semester only and involves 22 hours of classwork which is supported by independent reading and research. Various forms of assessment are utilised in the different modules to enhance students’ learning experience. These include assignments, presentations. In addition, all students must complete a research dissertation over the academic year on an approved theme. Many modules feature smaller class sizes that facilitate discussion and engagement; in-person attendance is expected.
The LL.M. in Laws/LL.M. (General) is delivered over one academic year. It seeks to promote critical analysis of, and reflection on, different aspects of national, European and international law.
Students on this programme are examined in six modules and will also complete a research dissertation over the course of the year on a topic approved by the Dissertation Director and related to an aspect of law.
During their studies, students can choose from an array of modules designed to deepen their knowledge of both public and private law without becoming overly-specialised in one facet of law.
For further information on sample modules, click here.
The School of Law reserves the right to vary module offerings annually.
Overview of the School of Law at Trinity College Dublin and its Law (LL.M.) programmes.
September 2027
Dr. Desmond Ryan
29 May 2027
Applications are invited from well-qualified graduates who hold a very good Honours Bachelor degree in law or in a law-based interdisciplinary programme. Applications may also be considered from exceptional graduates in disciplines relevant to the LL.M degree they are applying for where: a substantial component of their undergraduate degree(s) is in Law.
The criteria above is the starting point for applications and does not guarantee admission. Admission to Trinity's LL.M. programmes is at the absolute discretion of the School of Law, which will decide on admissions with regard to a range of academic criteria, including the quality of the individual application and the objective of ensuring a diverse LL.M. class of the highest possible academic calibre.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We advise students to apply for the course as early as possible as admission is competitive and the programme is subject to early closure.
This programme is academically rigorous and requires students to have a high level of English language and legal English competency. Students will be expected to be able to effectively and proficiently participate in classroom discussions from the outset.
All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band B (Standard Entry) English language requirements. For more details of qualifications that meet Band B, see the English Language Requirements page here.
For a full list of postgraduate fees, click here.
To apply to this course, click on the relevant Apply Link below. Please note that places on the course may fill before the application deadline, so early application is encouraged. Eligible applicants may be added to a waitlist if all places are currently filled.
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As a legal professional from a civil law jurisdiction, studying at Trinity has been one of the most valuable steps in my career. The course broadened my understanding of common law principles and significantly deepened my expertise in EU law. One of the highlights of the programme was meeting students from all over the world. I was able to learn about different legal systems and hear how my classmates were planning to apply their newly gained knowledge when they returned to their own jurisdictions.
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