Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Law and Irish at University College Cork has a 5-year ROI of 98.9%, with graduates earning around €56,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (CK304) was 542 (2025).
Law and Irish graduates from University College Cork report a graduate employment rate of around 80%, excellent career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Trainee Solicitor
Common employers for Law and Irish graduates include Law firms, Civil Service.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Law and Irish graduates from University College Cork start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 6% more than the national average.
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