This Diploma Legal Studies and Practice (Level 7 QQI Special Purpose Award) allows students to complete the programme over one or two academic years either in-class or via blended learning.
The course is validated by QQI and recognised by the Irish Institute of Legal Executives (IILEx).
The Diploma in Legal Studies and Practice course has been designed with input from past graduates, members of our legal academic team, employers in legal practice and from the Irish Institute of Legal Executives.
Assessment varies from module to module and usually consists of assignments, examinations and some workshops.
"I found the IILEX course extremely useful in that it provided me with an insight to the legal world and how law operates on a day to day basis. The lecturers are in the legal profession themselves and offer so much support in terms of studying and how you want to progress your career further."
"The Diploma in Legal Studies and Practice I completed at Griffith College Dublin was instrumental in helping me discover that I wanted to become a solicitor. The course taught me not only the theory, and laws within the Irish legal system, but it also gave me a practical understanding of the law. I feel like the DLSP was an incredible experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to become not only a legal executive, but also any future legal professional in the making."
The Diploma in Legal Studies and Practice year is broken into four blocks. The course will commence in September each year. The programme finishes in late May. On successful completion of the 60 credit (twelve subjects) course, students will be awarded a Diploma in Legal Studies and Practice (Level 7 QQI Special Purpose Award) and are eligible to become Associate Members of the Irish Institute of Legal Executives (IILEx). Graduates may also apply to enter the second year of the LL.B. (Hons) degree in Griffith College.
One Year Option:
The majority of students will complete the Diploma in Legal Studies and Practice in one academic year.
Students will attend class three evenings per week (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) from 6.00pm - 10.00pm each evening. All lectures are recorded and available online for students wishing to complete the course via blended learning (watching lectures online and attending on campus for workshops and exams).
Two Year Option:
Students can also choose to undertake the course over two academic years. The year is broken into four blocks containing 3 modules, if you are taking the two-year option it will mean that you are breaking up these modules resulting in having to attend class a lesser number of evenings. The recommended study plan for the two-year option is:
Year One:
Year Two:
Please note this is a provisional timetable and may be subject to change.
Draft Timetable
Applicants should meet the standard entry requirements for level 7 programmes (min. of 5 O6/H7 grades, to include a language (English, Irish or other language) and have one to two years relevant legal work experience. Students over 23 years of age on the 1st of January on the year of admission may apply as mature students. Mature students are assessed on the basis of age and may be interviewed in advance of admission
A Registration Fee of Euro 250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below. The fees below relate to Year 1 fees only.
Study Mode: Part-Time
EU living Ireland: EUR 4,800.00
Study Mode: Online
All QQI accredited programmes of education and training of 3 months or longer duration are covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 whereby, in the event of the provider ceasing to provide the programme for any reason, enrolled learners may transfer to a similar programme at another provider, or, in the event that this is not practicable, the fees most recently paid will be refunded.
Students wishing to pay for their fees monthly may avail of our direct debit scheme. Please download our Fee Payment Information document to review the payment plan schedule and how to apply.
Is your company paying for your course?
They will need to complete a Griffith College Sponsorship Form and send this to the Student Fees Office:
Graduates of this course have the option to continue their studies in Griffith College and can apply to enter year 2 of our LL.B. (Hons) law degree.
You can contact our admissions team to discuss what progression options are available to you.
Through the Diploma in Legal Studies and Practice, you will have gained valuable professional experience, built a strong foundation of critical analysis and presentation skills, and covered a diverse range of topics. There is a wide range of career options for our graduates including:
