Law LLM (Alternative Dispute Resolution)

A world-class education

This specialised LLM builds upon the School of Law’s considerable research and teaching expertise in dispute resolution. During the programme, you will learn from our vibrant community of legal scholars. You will also benefit from guest seminars from leading dispute resolution practitioners, including our adjunct faculty. UCC School of Law has been ranked among the world’s best Law Schools (59th) in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject (2023), as well as 1st in Ireland, and 11th in the EU.

Cutting-Edge Curriculum

Embedded in an experiential approach to learning, this programme draws together theory and practice, providing graduates with the opportunity to develop and advance their knowledge and skills in mediation in a safe and supportive environment, with feedback from instructors and colleagues.

Unique opportunity for Professional Development

Students who successfully complete this programme will graduate with both an academic and professional qualification.

Professional Accreditations

The Alternative Dispute Resolution: Processes and Practice module (LW6619) is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) at the Associate Level. Three modules are accredited with the Irish Professional Mediators’ Organisation (IPMO). Students who successfully complete the LLM in ADR, including the modules LW6665 Advanced Mediation Theory and Skills, LW6643 Negotiation & Mediation, and LW6667 Childrens’ Rights and Family Mediation Processes, will be recognised as a qualified mediator with the IPMO and will be eligible for membership with them, as a Newly Qualified Mediator Member. Graduates may need to undergo further training post-qualification and may incur additional fees from the professional award bodies in order to qualify for full accreditation.

For full details of the non-EU application procedure visit our how to apply pages for international students.

• In UCC, we use the term programme and course interchangeably to describe what a person has registered to study in UCC and its constituent colleges, schools, and departments.
• Note that not all courses are open to international/non-EU applicants, please check the fact file above. For more information contact the International Office.

English Language Requirements

Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Visit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information.

The skillset developed through this programme (e.g. facilitation, active listening, and conflict management), is highly sought in several employment contexts. As such, you can take this qualification into your existing profession or chosen career path. Modules within the programme are accredited by CIArb and the IPMO. Please note that graduates may need to undergo further training post-qualification and may incur additional fees from the professional award bodies in order to qualify for full accreditation.