Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Law and Business Atlantic Technological University - Sligo Campus, Ireland

This three year honours degree in Law and Business is the only such programme in this field available within the northwest and midland region. This innovative degree has been developed in partnership with industry. The possibilities for graduates of this programme are immense and exciting.

Students divide their time between law and business, while also exploring the connections between these fields of study. Students will explore complex and key issues by drawing on a broad reservoir of legal business knowledge and computing technologies required for the commercial world.

LAW

The law strand covers core law subjects to give students a good foundation should they wish to continue their studies further to qualify as a solicitor or a barrister. Graduates may also pursue opportunities in emerging areas such as Governance and Compliance, Data Protection/Privacy, Company Secretarial, Business Sustainability, Ethics and Social Media.

The programme also includes several professional skills modules which provide students with the practical skills and knowledge they will need should they wish to explore career destinations such as In-house Counsel, Legal Executive, Court Personnel, Advocacy Workers, Disability Officers and in the area of Alternative Dispute Resolution.

BUSINESS

The business strand covers core business subjects and ensures graduates are fully equipped for success in business. Students analyse and evaluate business and associated legal issues encountered by organisations.

To support a growing need for, and understanding of, data, social media presence and digital change, the business stream also includes learning in the fields of ICT Applications, Data Analytics, Web and Social Media Analytics and Digital Transformation.

Combining both strands, students will be given an opportunity to undertake research for an applied project or dissertation immersing them in emerging areas relevant to professionals working in a range of legal and business settings.