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Professional Diploma in European Competition and Consumer Law

Intake Autumn
Start Date Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Duration 10 Weeks, 1 evening per week
Learning Mode Live Online
Contact Hours 30
Payment Options
instalment plan available

This European Competition and Consumer Law course explores the legal frameworks that regulate competition, market behaviour and consumer protection within the European Union. It provides learners with a structured understanding of how competition law and consumer law operate together to support fair markets and protect consumer rights.

The course examines key principles of EU competition policy, consumer protection regulation and enforcement mechanisms, offering insight into how legal rules are applied across business, regulatory and public policy contexts.

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Professional Diploma in European Competition and Consumer Law
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Live online training with real-time instructor-student interaction.

  • Live & fully online
  • Archived for review
  • 10 Weeks, 1 evening per week
  • Starting Wednesday 23rd September 2026
  • 6.30 to 9.30pm
  • Instalment plan available, subject to €100 handling fee
Payment plans available
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Course Details

This European Competition and Consumer Law course is suitable for learners who are interested in European regulatory law and market regulation, including:

  • Legal professionals and trainees
  • Compliance and regulatory professionals
  • Business and policy professionals working in regulated sectors
  • Graduates seeking further study in law or public policy
  • Learners interested in EU competition and consumer protection frameworks

No prior specialist knowledge of competition law is required.

Completion of this European Competition and Consumer Law course supports learners seeking a deeper understanding of EU regulatory frameworks and legal compliance. It is particularly relevant for those working in legal practice, regulatory compliance, business regulation, public policy or consumer protection roles.

The course may also support progression to further academic study in European law, competition law, consumer law or related legal disciplines.

This European Competition and Consumer Law course is assessment based and will be through 100% continuous assessment comprised of a take home exam and written assignment.

A City College Dublin’s Professional Diploma Course is a focused, practical programme designed and delivered by an industry practitioner, that consolidates, upskills or reskills learners in a professional area. They are stand-alone qualifications that indicate that you have been trained in a particular area or specific subject matter.

City College Dublin Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study here by their organisation.

In addition to our scheduled Professional Diploma courses, City Colleges Dublin can provide bespoke training over 3 – 4 days, please contact [email protected] for further details.

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Evolution of EU Competition and Consumer law
EU and domestic Competition law
Impact of the EU on Competition law in Ireland
Arts 101 and 102 TFEU
Consumer Contract Law
Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts
Consumer Sales and Supply of Services
Product liability and product safety
EU Travel and Tourism law
Consumer Rights
Unfair Commercial Practices
Litigation, Redress and enforcement in Consumer and Competition disputes
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission

Professional Diploma in European Competition and Consumer Law

Meet our Tutors

Síona Molony

Síona Molony

LL.B (Dubl), LL.M (Harv), BL

Síona Molony is a practising barrister. She graduated from the Law (LL.B) degree at Trinity College Dublin with a Gold Medal, and subsequently from the LL.M degree at Harvard Law School, where she was a Fulbright Scholar.

She worked in a number of legal research roles in London and Dublin before completing the Barrister-at-Law degree at the Honorable Society of King’s Inns. She was called to the Bar in 2025.

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If you have any questions about this European Competition and Consumer Law course, you can speak directly with a member of our admissions team.

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FAQ

Our King’s Inn Prep Course covers the 5 core legal subjects tested in this exam. These are:

  • Constitutional Law
  • Law of Contract
  • Criminal Law
  • Law of Evidence
  • Law of Tort

The King’s Inn Entrance Exam is required for acceptance onto the Barrister of Law degree in the Honourable Society of King’s Inn. The examination is held once a year, usually in August.

The course is delivered by experienced legal educators with a strong understanding of entrance exam requirements and assessment standards.

While preparation is not mandatory, many candidates find that a structured King’s Inn prep course helps them understand exam expectations and improve confidence, particularly if they have been out of academic study.

Professional Diploma in European Competition and Consumer Law