Bachelor of Business (Honours) Business and Law

Why take this course?
?This course combines both law and business into a single degree programme and provides you with a solid grounding in both disciplines.

You will obtain a comprehensive grounding in the fundamental areas of law including the legal system and the interaction of Irish and European Law. You will gain a thorough grounding in key areas of business such as Marketing and Management.

You will develop transferable skills which are attractive to potential employers today such as communication skills- oral and written, analytical skills, numeracy, teamwork and research skills.

What will I experience?

• Your modules will be delivered by enthusiastic skilled lecturers- many of whom have experience of legal and commercial practice. Lecturers use their practical experiences in the classroom to illustrate and enhance their teaching.
• Student centred environment- there is a focus on supporting the student throughout their studies. There are dedicated skills modules in the programme which seek to increase and enhance your skills.
• Court visits- students will have the opportunity to actively experience the legal system in action.
• Key transferable skills will be taught and developed throughout the course e.g. writing, research, IT.
• Guest speakers are invited to lectures where they share their experiences and provide further insight into areas of study.

What opportunities might it lead to?
This degree provides a foundation for any student wishing to train as a Solicitor by undertaking the exams of the Law Society of Ireland*. However, this is not the only option open to you. This degree opens up a range of alternative options other than the practice of law. Students might decide to pursue a career in the public service or private industry.

Other options:

• Regulation
• Company Secretary
• Insurance
• Tax Consultant
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Management
• Human Resources Management
• Research
• Banking
• Journalism & Broadcasting
• Politics
• Foreign Affairs

* Persons holding a law degree are not automatically entitled to practice law.

Additional Information
You have the opportunity to undertake a semester or a year of your degree at one of AIT’s overseas partner universities. For example, AIT has business and law links with the Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain.

Assessment Information
?A blend of individual and group assessment has been factored into modules throughout the programme with a mix of the types of assessment in the modules.

Examples of the types of assessment that may be used:

• Problem Solving
• Projects
• Essays
• Examinations