Program Overview

Overview of the Law and Finance (M.Sc.) Program

The Law and Finance (M.Sc.) program is an interdisciplinary master's degree jointly offered by the School of Law and Trinity Business School. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of law and finance, enabling them to tackle business challenges with expertise in both legal and financial aspects.

Course Details

• NFQ Level: 9
• Duration: 1 year full-time
• Number of Places: 50
• Next Intake: September 2025
• Course Directors: Dr. Felix Mezzanotte (School of Law) and Dr. Jenny Berrill (Trinity Business School)
• Closing Date: 31st May 2025

Admission Requirements

• An undergraduate honors Bachelor's degree of II.1 grade or higher in Business, Economics, or Law.
• English language requirements: Band B (Standard Entry)
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and admission is competitive.

Course Structure

• The program consists of 90 ECTS delivered over one academic year.
• 5 mandatory modules worth 30 ECTS
• Elective modules worth 30 ECTS
• A research dissertation worth 30 ECTS
• Assessment through a mixture of written exams and continuous assessment

Course Content

• Mandatory modules:
  • Business Ethics
  • Corporate Finance
  • Corporate Finance, Company Law, and Governance
  • EU Financial Services Law
  • Investment & Sustainability
• Elective modules in Law and Finance, including:
  • Aviation Law
  • International Business Tax Law
  • International Economic Law
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Financial Econometrics
• Research dissertation: an in-depth individual research study of a particular issue within the field of Law or Finance, supervised by academic leaders at the School of Law or School of Business.

Career Opportunities

The M.Sc. in Law and Finance will ensure that graduates are well-placed to tackle business challenges with an understanding of both legal and financial aspects. The program aims to produce graduates who will become future change-makers and shape and transform business for good. The dedicated Careers & Community team provides support in exploring career options, preparing for the next career move, and making informed career decisions.

Fees

For a full list of postgraduate fees, please refer to the relevant section.

Testimonial

The program has allowed students to gain insights into the world of Finance from both a legal and a business perspective, which future employers will appreciate. Students have the opportunity to work closely with peers and professors and tailor their degree to match their interests and career goals.

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