Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Law at University College Cork has a 5-year ROI of 82.9%, with graduates earning around €48,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (CK301) was 532 (2025).
Law graduates from University College Cork report a graduate employment rate of around 80%, very good career progression, moderate demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Trainee Solicitor
- Legal Executive
- Compliance Officer
- Paralegal
Common employers for Law graduates include Local and Regional Law Firms, Arthur Cox, PwC Legal, Cork City and County Councils, Corporate Legal Departments.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Law graduates from University College Cork start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 9% less than the national average.
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