Law and Finance Trinity College Dublin

Overview

The Law and Finance M.Sc. at Trinity College Dublin is an advanced interdisciplinary programme jointly delivered by the School of Law and Trinity Business School. This course is designed to bridge the gap between two critical pillars of the modern corporate world, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of how legal frameworks and financial markets interact. By integrating these disciplines, the university ensures that graduates possess the technical skills and theoretical knowledge required to navigate the complexities of international business and regulation.

Why Law and Finance at Trinity College Dublin?

Studying this programme at Ireland’s leading university offers students a unique competitive advantage. The curriculum is delivered by world-class academic leaders from two prestigious schools, ensuring a balanced and high-quality educational experience. Students benefit from a diverse learning environment with a limited intake of 50 places, fostering close collaboration with peers and faculty. The university’s dedicated Careers and Community team also provides bespoke support, including one-to-one coaching and networking events with top-tier recruitment consultancies and global organisations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 22000 per year
• European fee: EUR 16575 per year

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Syllabus

The programme consists of 90 ECTS credits, including mandatory modules, elective choices, and a substantial research dissertation of 12,000 words. Modules may include:

• Business Ethics
• Corporate Finance
• Investment & Sustainability
• EU Financial Services Law
• Corporate Finance, Company Law and Governance
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Aviation Law
• International Economic Law
• Private Equity

Careers with Law and Finance

Graduates are exceptionally well-positioned to pursue high-level roles in an increasingly dynamic global economy. The dual expertise in legal and financial concepts makes alumni ideal candidates for positions as legal and financial advisors, corporate consultants, or entrepreneurs. Many graduates seek to become change-makers within financial institutions, regulatory bodies, or international law firms. The programme focuses on developing the capacity to handle challenges in financial investing, business ethics, and financial innovation, ensuring students are ready to shape and transform the business landscape for good.