Quinnipiac Law Study Law in Ireland

Quinnipiac Law offers students a unique opportunity to experience the culture and history of Ireland while obtaining global legal knowledge and skills. Students will partake in diverse courses aimed at advancing their understanding of the law in a global setting. Beyond the classroom setting, students will engage with a unique collection of books, literature and artifacts to further their understanding of the vibrant culture around them.

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Study Law in Ireland at Trinity College Dublin

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2026 Program Dates: May 18 - June 20

Explore international law and more this summer at Quinnipiac Law's ABA-approved summer program at Trinity College Dublin, one of Ireland’s premier institutions of higher education. Expand your global learning with an introduction to the Irish legal system and Irish constitutional law as well as a variety of classes in international human rights, comparative law and anti-money laundering.

Located in the heart of Dublin, Trinity is the constituent college of the University of Dublin, one of Europe’s oldest universities, steeped in history and tradition. Trinity College Law Library, which has holdings in Irish, British and European law, has recently expanded its holding to include North American law. The college’s historic Old Library contains not only the Book of Kells, a world-famous volume of ninth-century illuminated manuscripts of the gospels, but an unparalleled collection of books, art and artifacts relating to Irish history.

Explore Ireland's rich history and legal traditions through the required field trips which include visits to the Oireachtas (national legislature), the Four Courts, the Criminal Court, and, when possible, the prestigious King’s Inns, where barristers train. You'll also embark on a walking tour of key sites from the 1916 Rising, immersing yourself in Ireland's revolutionary history.

Another program highlight is the optional full-day coach trip to Brú na Bóinne, home to the fascinating prehistoric burial mounds. In their free time, many students choose to visit iconic destinations such as the historic Kilmainham Gaol and its remarkable museum, the Guinness Brewery, or the Jameson Distillery, adding even more depth to their Irish adventure.

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Priority Application Deadline: March 1, 2026

For additional information, please email Kathy Kuhar.

What To Know Before You Go

Class Schedule

Classes will be held on the campus of Trinity College, Dublin, Monday through Friday.

Class 1 - 8:30 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.
Class 2 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
Class 3 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.

Course Descriptions

LAWS 584 Irish Legal System (2 Credits)

The Irish Legal system shares a common background and history with the American and English systems, but it also has its own. This course will examine some of the history of the Irish legal system, its courts, procedures and include an introduction to some of the substantive law of Ireland.

LAWS 429 International Human Rights (2 Credits)

This course considers human rights under the United Nations Charter, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and other U.N. documents and resolutions, as well as U.N. investigation of human rights violations. The course also examines regional arrangements to protect human rights, exemplified by the European Human Rights Convention and its inter-American counterpart. It is desirable but not essential for students to have completed a course in international law.

Professor Neville Cox LL.B., Ph.D.
Neville Cox is the university registrar for Trinity College Dublin and professor of law and morality in the Law School of Trinity. He is a fellow of the University and is a barrister. He is the author of ten books and numerous law review articles. He is a former recipient of a Provost’s Teaching Award. He has been a visiting professor at University of San Francisco and Indiana University Bloomington and a scholar in residence in Washington and Lee Law School. He has taught on the Quinnipiac Dublin Program for 25 years.

Professor Wayne Unger
Wayne Unger is an associate professor of law at Quinnipiac University School of Law where he teaches Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, First Amendment and Data Privacy & Security Law. He has also taught at Gonzaga University School of Law, Arizona State University's College of Law and the University of Connecticut School of Law. As a legal scholar, his research focuses on the intersection of constitutional law, emerging technologies and data privacy and security.

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Students are responsible for arranging their own travel plans. Students should plan to arrive in Ireland via Dublin Airport (DUB). Direct flights to Dublin are available from several U.S. cities and alternatively, students may connect through major European hubs such as London. Upon arrival, transportation options to Dublin city center include taxi, airport shuttle or bus service.

Students will be accommodated in Goldsmith Hall, a modern residential facility of Trinity College Dublin located on Pearse Street, adjacent to the main campus. Goldsmith Hall provides apartment-style living, with students housed in shared flats containing individual bedrooms, a shared kitchen and common living space.

Costs and Budgets

Students utilizing financial aid should consult with the Office of Financial Aid.

Ireland Study Abroad Costs of Attendance and Budget 2025*

Cost or Fee	6 Credits	4 Credits
Total	$15,820	$12,560
Tuition	$9,270	$6,180
Books and Supplies	$500	$330
Living Allowance
Housing	$2,400	$2,400
Food	$2,150	$2,150
Misc. Expenses	$550	$550
Travel	$900	$900
Insurance	$50	$50

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_{*2026 tuition and fees are forthcoming. The tuition is based on the number of credits at $1,545 per credit hour.}_{Students are charged by the University for housing accommodations on the Trinity campus for 34 nights; the actual amount charged will be calculated on the exchange rate in effect in May. Students who elect to stay off-campus may pay more or less. Amounts listed for books, food and transportation expenses are estimated allowances that are not part of a student’s bill but are included for budgeting. Meals are based on an estimated daily rate of $62. Travel is based on estimated round-trip fares to Dublin from Connecticut or New York. Students should budget additional funds should they plan to travel throughout Ireland. Insurance is required for students studying abroad. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Total amount of loan funds received may be less than the amount requested due to the deduction of loan fees, depending upon the loan type.}