Diploma in Immigration and Asylum Law in Ireland

Professional Diploma in Immigration and Asylum Law in Ireland

Credit Value: Professional Diploma | Duration: 10 Weeks

This course is available via live online learning or part time, on campus or on demand.

Our Professional Diploma in Immigration and Asylum Law in Ireland is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks governing immigration, citizenship, residence rights, employment permits, and international protection in Ireland. This industry-focused programme equips participants with the practical knowledge and legal insight required to navigate complex immigration and asylum matters in both professional and advisory settings.

Learners will explore key areas including immigration permissions, residence rights, EU free movement law, employment permits, citizenship and naturalisation, international protection procedures, and deportation processes. The programme combines legal theory with practical application, enabling participants to understand how immigration and asylum law operates in real-world situations.

This programme is suitable for legal professionals, HR specialists, immigration advisors, student support officers, charity and NGO workers, compliance professionals, and individuals seeking specialist knowledge in Irish Immigration and Asylum Law.

Learning Modes

On Campus

Delivered through classroom-based learning in Dublin City Centre.

• 1 evening per week (6:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
• Delivered over 10 weeks
• Fully interactive classroom environment

Fees: €995

Payment Options:
• Instalment Plan Available

Live Online

Delivered through live online lectures with real-time instructor interaction and access to associated learning materials.

• 1 evening per week (6:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
• Delivered over 10 weeks
• Lectures recorded for review

Fees: €895

Payment Options:
• Instalment Plan Available

On Demand

Delivered through pre-recorded lectures and online learning materials, allowing learners to study at their own pace.

• Start anytime
• Flexible self-paced learning
• Access for 10 weeks
• Assignment submission within 12–13 weeks

Fees: €795

Payment Options:
• Instalment Plan Available

Qualification

Professional Diploma in Immigration and Asylum Law in Ireland

Course Structure

This programme provides a practical and comprehensive examination of Irish Immigration Law and Asylum Law. Through a combination of lectures, legal case studies, practical exercises, and real-world examples, learners will develop an understanding of the legal principles, procedures, and regulatory frameworks that govern immigration and international protection in Ireland.

The programme focuses on the practical application of immigration law, enabling learners to advise, support, and assist individuals navigating immigration, residence, employment permit, and asylum processes.

Course content is reviewed regularly and may be updated in line with legislative developments, policy changes, and industry standards.

Modules

Week 1 – Introduction to Immigration Law in Ireland

• Sources of Immigration Law
• State bodies and regulatory functions
• Immigration control and state sovereignty
• Individuals subject to immigration control
• Introduction to immigration applications and procedures

Week 2 – Entry, Borders & Initial Residence Permissions

• Entry into the State
• Powers of Immigration Officers
• Refusal of entry and removal procedures
• Permission to remain in the State
• Introduction to corporate immigration

Week 3 – Residence Rights in Ireland

• Change of status applications
• Students and graduate permissions
• Family reunification and family members of Irish nationals
• De Facto Partner applications
• Residence rights of children
• Domestic violence provisions
• Long-term residence

Week 4 – Free Movement of Persons I

• Introduction to European Union Law
• Directive 2004/38/EC
• Rights of entry and residence
• Residence rights for up to three months
• EU free movement principles

Week 5 – Free Movement of Persons II

• Permanent residence rights
• Retention of residence rights
• Derivative rights under EU Law
• Practical application of EU free movement provisions

Week 6 – Employment Permits & Corporate Immigration

• Employment Permit legislation
• Categories of employment permits
• Family residence rights linked to employment
• Permit grants, refusals, and revocations
• Appeals processes
• Corporate immigration considerations

Week 7 – International Protection I

• Introduction to International Protection
• Refugee status and eligibility criteria
• Refugee status determination procedures
• Decisions and refusals under refugee law

Week 8 – International Protection II

• Subsidiary Protection
• Grounds for subsidiary protection
• Decision-making processes
• Dublin III Regulation transfers
• International Protection Appeals Tribunal
• Permission to remain applications
• Judicial review of protection decisions

Week 9 – Citizenship & Naturalisation

• Irish citizenship law
• Birthright citizenship
• Foreign Birth Registration
• Constitutional developments and citizenship rights
• Naturalisation procedures
• Revocation of citizenship

Week 10 – Deportation & Removal Procedures

• Deportation powers under the Immigration Act 1999
• Notice of Intent to Deport
• Deportation Orders
• Challenging and revoking deportation decisions
• Exclusion Orders and immigration enforcement

Entry Requirements

Applicants should meet one of the following:

• HR and global mobility professionals
• Immigration advisors and consultants
• Solicitors, barristers, legal executives, and paralegals
• Student support and international education professionals
• Charity and NGO personnel supporting migrants and refugees
• Law graduates and students seeking specialist knowledge
• Individuals with an interest in Immigration and Asylum Law

No prior legal qualification is required.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, learners will be able to:

• Understand the principles and sources of Irish Immigration Law
• Interpret immigration permissions and residence rights frameworks
• Apply EU free movement provisions to practical situations
• Understand employment permit systems and corporate immigration requirements
• Evaluate international protection and refugee status procedures
• Understand subsidiary protection and appeals processes
• Assess citizenship and naturalisation applications
• Analyse deportation and removal procedures
• Apply legal principles to immigration and asylum case scenarios
• Navigate complex immigration processes with greater confidence

Career & Professional Development Opportunities

This programme supports professional development for those working in:

• Immigration Advisory Services
• Legal Practice
• Human Resources & Global Mobility
• Higher Education & International Student Support
• Charity & NGO Services
• Public Sector Administration
• Compliance & Regulatory Affairs
• Refugee and Migrant Support Organisations

The qualification also provides valuable specialist knowledge for legal professionals seeking CPD opportunities and individuals considering further study in immigration, human rights, or public law.

Why Choose This Course?

✔️ Comprehensive coverage of Irish Immigration and Asylum Law
✔️ Practical focus on real-world immigration procedures
✔️ Flexible on-campus, live online, and on-demand study options
✔️ Learn from experienced legal practitioners
✔️ Explore EU free movement and international protection law
✔️ Develop specialist knowledge in a growing legal field
✔️ Suitable for legal, HR, education, and advisory professionals
✔️ Build practical skills applicable across multiple sectors

Location & Start Date

Start Date: Monday, 25th May 2026

Learning Modes Available:
• On Campus
• Live Online
• On Demand

Duration:
• 10 Weeks
• 1 Evening per Week (On Campus & Live Online)
• 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM