Overview

The International and European Business Law programme at Trinity College Dublin provides an intensive exploration of the legal frameworks governing global commerce and financial services. This master's level degree is designed to help students navigate the complex interplay between national regulations and international legal standards. By engaging with research-led teaching, participants develop the critical skills necessary to manage cross-border legal challenges in a modern business environment.

Why International and European Business Law at Trinity College Dublin?

Studying at Ireland’s leading university offers students access to a world-class School of Law known for its academic rigour and expert faculty. The programme features small class sizes that encourage active discussion and deep engagement with complex legal topics. Students benefit from a curriculum delivered by both distinguished academics and experienced practitioners, ensuring a balance between theoretical depth and practical application. Additionally, the Trinity Careers Service provides dedicated support to help graduates transition into prestigious roles within international commercial firms and the financial sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: EUR 22430 per year
European fee: EUR 11540 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is delivered over two semesters, followed by a research dissertation on a specialist theme. Modules may include:

Corporate and Governance
International Economic and Trade Law
Legal Issues in Sustainable Finance
Mergers and Acquisitions
Regulation of Investment Funds
Business and Human Rights

Careers with International and European Business Law

Graduates are well-equipped for high-level roles in busy international commercial firms and legal practices. The expertise gained is highly transferable to the public and private financial sectors across the globe. Many alumni pursue careers as legal consultants, corporate counsel, or regulatory experts. The programme's focus on contemporary issues like sustainable finance and investment regulation ensures that graduates remain competitive in the evolving global job market. Support from the university's career services further assists students in securing positions within top-tier legal and financial organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Lawyering Techniques

Business and Human Rights

Comparative Product Liability

Contemporary Issues in EU Law

Contemporary Issues in International Law

Corporate Governance in the EU

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

European Law Business Law View 9 other Masters in Business Law in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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120

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69

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications are therefore invited from well-qualified graduates who hold a very good Honors Bachelor degree in law or in a law-based interdisciplinary programme.

Applications will also be considered from exceptional graduates in related disciplines in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences who can convincingly demonstrate that their studies have fully prepared them for the LLM.

Assuming that this basic pre-requisite is in place, thereafter admission to the various LLM programmes is at the absolute discretion of the School of Law, which will decide on questions of admission having regard to a wide range of academic criteria, including the quality of the individual application and the objectives of ensuring a diverse LLM class of the highest possible academic calibre. Admission requirements may vary from programme to programme and from year to year.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22430 EUR / year

≈ 22430 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

11540 EUR / year

≈ 11540 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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