International Foundation Programme - Science & Engineering, Business or Humanities Streams
The International Foundation Programme is a one year full-time programme designed to offer international students an alternative route to undergraduate study.
Duration
One year full-time
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements
Students will have a Senior High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Students pursuing the Faculty of Science and Engineering Stream are required to have English, mathematics, a laboratory science based subject and one other language
• Students pursuing the Business Stream are required to have English, mathematics and one other language
English language entry requirements
All Students must meet the English language requirements. Any one of the following will be accepted:
• IELTS score of 5.0, with no less than 5.0 in any one component or
• TOEFL score of 200 on the computer-based test
• TOEFL score of 530 on the paper-based test
• TOEFL score of 75 on IBT
• A grade B on the Cambridge First Certificate Examination
Further information
Please see Course Web page for details.
How to apply
• The first step is to apply for an undergraduate course through UL Global.
• Suitable candidates will then receive an offer letter from UL Global. We will issue an offer letter shortly afterwards.
• To secure a place on a course, students should pay full fees to the University of Limerick Language Centre.
• The administration fee of €50 is included in the tuition fee and is non-refundable. The Language Centre Terms and Conditions of Enrolment contain full details regarding payments.
• If you are in receipt of a scholarship then a financial guarantee should be provided along with your completed application form.
• Please note that it is essential to read and accept the Language Centre Terms and Conditions of Enrolment in full before making an application for a course at the University of Limerick Language Centre.
Introduction
The International Foundation Programme is a one year full-time programme designed to offer international students an alternative route to undergraduate study. This programme is suitable for international students who do not hold qualifications equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate or who need a further boost to their English language skills.
Objectives of the Programme
By the end of the course it is expected that students will:
• have reached the required academic standard to study at UL
• have reached the English language level requirements for entry to UL
• be prepared for the linguistic demands of a degree course
• have demonstrated the necessary study skills for completion of their chosen course.
Course Structure
Three streams are currently available, Science and Engineering, Business or Humanities. Students study all the core modules plus the modules for their chosen stream. The programme will provide a solid foundation in the core subjects required to study for a degree in the Faculty of Science and Engineering or the Kemmy Business School.
International Foundation Programme (regular)
Semester 1 - Core Modules
• English Language for Study Purposes 1
• Writing Skills for Academic Study
• Study Strategies and Techniques 1
• Mathematics 1
International Foundation Programme (plus)
Semester 1 - Core Modules
• Irish Life and Culture
• Advanced Writing Skills for Academic Study
• Advanced Study Strategies and Techniques 1
• Mathematics 1
Semester 1 - Streams
Business Stream:
• Introduction to Economics
• Business Communication 1
Or
Science and Engineering Stream:
• Introduction to Engineering
• Science Foundation 1
Or
Humanities Stream:
• Introduction to Sociology and Politics
• Science Foundation 1
International Foundation Programme (regular)
Semester 2 - Core Modules
• English Language for Study Purposes 2
• Applied Communication Skills
• Study Strategies and Techniques 2
• Mathematics 2
International Foundation Programme (regular)
Semester 2 - Core Modules
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Irish History
• Irish Education
• Mathematics 2
Semester 2 - Streams
Business Stream:
• Irish Marketing Environment
• Business Communication 2
Or
Science and Engineering Stream:
• Introduction to Electronic and Computer and Technology Foundation Course 1
• Science Foundation 2
Or
Humanities Stream:
• History and English Literature
• Science Foundation 2
Tel: +353 61 202 777 or +353 61 233 237
Email: language.centre@ul.ie