- If you enjoyed researching and writing your final year project / graduate thesis or your MA dissertation, then you might enjoy carrying out a more in-depth piece of research at MA (by research) or PhD level.
- FAHSS research students are part of a lively community; every student has his/her own research space with individual PC and desk;
- Funding is available to research students annually to take part in international conferences and carry out fieldwork/archival visits in Ireland and overseas;
- Research degrees develop a wide range of skills which are valued by employers (for example, excellent communication skills (written and oral), and critical/analytical skills);
- Our PhD and MA graduates are employed in a wide range of sectors: education, media and publishing, research and consultancy, civil and public service, business, non-governmental sector, creative arts and media, and politics and local government.

The Masters/PhD in Law at University of Limerick is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Limerick, Ireland. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 year(s). Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on September 1, 2026.
About Masters/PhD in Law
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Masters/PhD in Law at University of Limerick
Entry Requirements
- Applicants will normally be expected to hold an Honours degree (minimum 2.1) or equivalent in a discipline appropriate to their area of proposed research.
- Entry points may differ for applicants with postgraduate qualifications. Please contact the Course Director for further information.
English Program Requirements
DUOLINGO
- The minimum requirement will be a DET score of 120 with no less than 110 in any component.
- An interview may be required in conjunction with this for certain programmes.
TOEFL580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)
IELTS
Minimum score of 6.5* with no less than 6.0 in any component.
*Please note some programmes have a higher IELTS requirement.
**Please note, we can only accept Academic IELTS. General IELTS will not be accepted.
PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (ACADEMIC) - PTE ACADEMIC:a minimum score of 61 (with no section score below 59)
Fee Information
Ireland, Limerick