BCL Law and Languages

Maynooth University

Students undertake all of the required modules needed for Law and a full suite of modules in their chosen European language.There are additional opportunities to continue the study of other modern languages in first year and/or take up a new language as a beginner in second year. Students receive an excellent grounding in core law subjects, while also developing their linguistic competence and intercultural awareness.Choose from a range of European languages to match your interests.The BCL (Law and Languages) is a four-year degree in Law combined with French, German, Irish or Spanish, opening up a range of employment prospects within and beyond Ireland.The degree includes modules in French, German and Spanish Law or specialised modules relating to law and the Irish language, as well as classes in legal translation and vocabulary.Students will have an opportunity to gain international experience through an integrated study abroad programme at one of our European or international partner institutions.Students taking Irish will be expected to combine a Gaeltacht placement or Irish-language work placement of one semester with an Erasmus study placement abroad of one semester in third year.Students interested in gaining intersectoral experience will be supported to undertake a work placement in a country where their chosen language is spoken.Students are encouraged to source their own work placements, which are subject to approval and registration with the Careers and Employability Service.Graduates of this programme will develop a strong capacity for analytical and critical thinking as well as strong linguistic skills and a keen sense of cultural awareness.

Faculty of Social Sciences