Law Micro-credentials: A Flexible, Accredited way to Upskill and Reskill Professionals
UCD Sutherland School of Law offer an extensive range of short courses known as Micro-credentials. These are designed to provide professionals with a flexible, accredited way to enhance their legal knowledge and skills. This initiative addresses the growing demand for continuous learning and professional development in a rapidly evolving job market.
The Law Micro-Credentials offer a suite of short, focused courses that cover a range of legal topics, from corporate law, environmental law and human rights. Each micro-credential is tailored to meet the needs of professionals seeking to upskill in specific areas or reskill for new career opportunities.
Flexible Learning for Modern Professionals
Micro-credentials are highly flexible, enabling professionals to learn at one's own speed and on one's own schedule. Learners can choose from online or hybrid delivery modes, allowing them to balance their studies with work and personal commitments.
"I highly recommend UCD micro-credentials to anyone interested in broadening their knowledge in a field of interest via flexible learning that fits into a busy life. I chose Irish Law and Legal Studies as it was primarily a topic of interest and the learning offered very relevant transferrable knowledge and skills to my current role. It has given me an appetite for more and I will definitely be continuing on this journey."
Siobhan Mac Sweeney, Head of Research
Accredited and Industry-Recognized
Each micro-credential course is accredited, with each learner gaining University credit in the form of ECTS upon successful completion. The courses have been developed in consultation with industry leaders and legal experts to ensure that the curriculum is relevant and aligned with current professional standards.
However, if you organisation is interested in upskilling employees and our existing offering does not meet your specific needs, please email (opens in a new window)microcredentials@ucd.ie to discuss opportunities for the development of bespoke micro-credentials.
Diverse Course Offerings
Our Law Micro-Credentials cover a wide array of topics designed to cater to different interests and career goals. Popular offerings include:
- Foundations of Environmental Law (Level 9 | 10 ECTS | 80% Fee Subsidy)
- Natural Resources Law (Level 9 | 10 ECTS | 80% Fee Subsidy)
- Law of the European Convention on Human Rights (Level 9 | 10 ECTS | 50% Fee Subsidy)
- Arbitration Law and Procedure (Level 9 | 5 ECTS | 50% Fee Subsidy)
- Irish Law and Legal Procedure (Level 9 | 5 ECTS | 50% Fee Subsidy)
- Climate Change Law and Policy (Level 9 | 10 ECTS | 80% Fee Subsidy)
- United Nations Human Rights Practice (Level 9 | 10 ECTS | 50% Fee Subsidy)
- Cybersecurity Law and Regulation (Level 9 | 10 ECTS | 80% Fee Subsidy
These courses are open to professionals from various backgrounds, not just those currently working in the legal sector.
Supporting Career Advancement
Micro-credentials delineate UCD's broader commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. By offering targeted, practical legal education, the program aims to support career advancement and empower individuals to navigate complex legal environments with confidence.
Enrolment Now Open
Enrolment for the UCD Law Micro-Credentials is now open, with the first courses set to begin in September 2024. Prospective learners can find more information and apply through the UCD Micro-credentials website.
Explore all Law micro-credentials: UCD Micro-credentials-Law.