International Foundation Year Programme

Program Overview

International Foundation Year Programme

Overview

The International Foundation Programme (IFP) is a one-year programme run by TU Dublin. It has been developed for international students who need language and/or academic preparation for further study on undergraduate programmes in Ireland. Upon successful completion of the programme and International Foundation Certificate (Special Purpose Award, Level 6, 60 ECTS Credits) will be awarded by TU Dublin and you will be guaranteed a place on your undergraduate programme of choice at TU Dublin.

Why Study on the IFP?

• This is your first step towards gaining a degree in Ireland
• It makes the transition to third-level education in Ireland much easier
• It provides a supportive, student-centred learning environment
• You will study a range of Academic English modules and modules related to your discipline of choice
• You will have full access to TU Dublin facilities and support services
• The campus is located in Dublin city centre
• You are guaranteed entry to your destination degree upon successful completion of IFP and on meeting the rules of progression as set by the individual schools.

Learning and Teaching Style

• You will be taught by highly qualified and very experienced TU Dublin academics and English language tutors
• The programme takes a communicative teaching & learning approach and is task-based and integrated in its delivery
• There are lots of opportunities to practice English through group work with Irish and non-Irish students
• The class sizes are small to ensure that there is maximum support from lecturers
• There is additional one-to-one Maths & English support
• Learning will involve many different styles of third-level teaching such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, cultural trips and online learning
• You will learn how to take control of your own learning and will reflect on your learning experience throughout the programme
• There are regular student support meetings with the IFP Coordinator

Learning Outcomes: What Will I Study?

Students will learn language, academic and study skills to prepare for their undergraduate studies. Upon successful completion of the programme, students are guaranteed a place on an undergraduate programme of their choice at TU Dublin. No further IELTS is required. The IFP is an ideal pathway towards furthering your education at third level.

There are four main streams on the International Foundation Programme, namely, Business, Science, Engineering and Social Science. These streams prepare students for all undergraduate programmes at TU Dublin.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Standard International Foundation Programme

The Standard International Foundation Year is for students who have an IELTS score which is one band less than the direct entry score, this is typically IELTS 5.0 for most TU Dublin programmes. There are September and January intakes for this programme.

Extended International Foundation Programme

The Extended Foundation Year is for students who have an IELTS score which is one band and a half less than the direct entry score, this is typically IELTS 4.5 for most TU Dublin programmes. There are July and September intakes for this programme.

Fees

• Standard International Foundation Programme Fees: €12,500
• Extended International Foundation Programme Fees: €14,500

Module Listing

Year One

Semester 1

• Academic Writing Skills 1 [Mandatory]
• Communicative Competence in English 1 [Mandatory]
• English for Academic Reading and Writing 1 [Mandatory]
• Introduction to Higher Education 1 [Mandatory]
• Art Portfolio [Elective]
• Computer Science Fundamentals I – Networking Technologies [Elective]
• Engineering Fundamentals - Electronic & Electrical [Elective]
• Fundamental Physics [Elective]
• Human Biology [Elective]
• Information Technology – Technical Applications I [Elective]
• Information Technology MS Office Applications I [Elective]
• Introduction to Chemistry [Elective]
• Introduction to Financial Accounting [Elective]
• Introduction to Irish History [Elective]
• Introduction to Marketing [Elective]
• Introduction to Social Science [Elective]
• Introduction to the Humanities [Elective]
• Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality [Elective]
• Mathematics - Advanced 1 [Elective]
• Mathematics - Intermediate 1 [Elective]
• Mathematics Fundamental 1 for Access [Elective]

Semester 2

• Academic Writing Skills 2 [Mandatory]
• Communicative Competence in English 2 [Mandatory]
• English for Academic Reading and Writing 2 [Mandatory]
• Introduction to Higher Education 2 [Mandatory]
• Art Portfolio [Elective]
• Cell Biology and Genetics [Elective]
• Applied Chemistry [Elective]
• Introduction to Economics [Elective]
• Applied Social Science [Elective]
• Approaches to Humanities [Elective]
• Information Technology MS Office Applications II [Elective]
• Information Technology – Technical Applications II [Elective]
• Introduction to Management [Elective]
• Mathematics Fundamental 2 for Access [Elective]
• Mathematics - Intermediate 2 [Elective]
• Mathematics - Advanced 2 [Elective]
• Mechanical Engineering [Elective]
• Applied Physics [Elective]
• Computer Science Fundamentals II – Programming [Elective]
• Introduction to Cultural Tourism [Elective]