Pre-University Law
The Pre-University Law course equips the learner with an introduction to the core principles of Irish law and the Irish legal system.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Careers / Further progression
Further Study
At Cavan Institute:
Graduates of this course in Pre-University Law may progress to the level 6 course in Administration and IT for Business or the level 6 Business Studies (Year 2) course at Cavan Institute.
Elsewhere:
Graduates are also eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
-Bachelor of Business and Law (BBL) UCD
-Bachelor of Laws (LLB) TCD
-BCL (Law and Society) (BCL) DCU
-Bachelor of Laws (LLB) TU Dublin or South East Technological University Waterford
-Bachelor of Laws (LLB) NUI Maynooth
-BCL (Law and Criminology) NUI Maynooth)
-BA (Hons) in Criminology UCC
Career Opportunities
This course in Pre-University Law provides students with a general qualification in legal studies and will provide opportunities to work in a business/legal environment.
Further information
Course commences in September 2024.
€200.
*The Post Leaving Certificate Government Levy of €200 is removed since 2022.
1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications can be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
2. Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) allows people in receipt of certain social welfare payments to retain those payments whilst participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details.
3. Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
This scheme allows unemployed people aged over 21 to engage in education and training without losing their benefits. It applies to all courses offered at Cavan Institute and applicants must be in receipt of one of a number of social welfare supports for at least six months.
See www.vtos.ie for further details.
4. HEA Fund for Students with Disabilities
The Higher Education Authority’s “Fund for Students with Disabilities” allocates funding to further and higher education colleges for the provision of services and supports to full-time students with disabilities. Applications to the fund are made on behalf of an eligible student by Cavan Institute following an assessment.
How do I Apply?
On-line applications for the 2024/25 academic year are Open.
You can apply for your chosen Cavan Institute course online, by clicking “Apply Online” on our homepage. Please note you may apply to some Cavan Institute courses through the CAO system. (or view Application link above)
June 1st is the closing date for receipt of applications for first round offers. However, applications will be accepted and processed on courses where places are available following this date and second round offers will be made to eligible applicants who apply after that date.
About This Course
The Pre-University Law course equips the learner with an introduction to the core principles of Irish law and the Irish legal system. This pre-university law course with a focus on law is particularly relevant for students who wish to pursue a Level 6 Legal Studies course in the Institutes of Technology or business/law degrees at university.
Business Administration Skills
Communications
Database Methods
Safety and Health at Work
Work Experience
Business Law
Criminal Law
Legal Practice and Procedures
Word Processing
5M3789 - Legal Studies.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Legal Studies - 5M3789.
Cavan Institute,
Cathedral Road,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan.
H12 E426
email: admin@cavaninstitute.ie
Tel: +353 49 4332633