Program Overview

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International Bridging Programme for Undergraduate Studies

Overview

The International Bridging Programme at TU Dublin is an intensive programme developed especially for international students who need further English language preparation to progress to undergraduate studies at TU Dublin. If you have already met the academic requirements for direct entry and just need to further improve your English, it is the ideal pathway for you.

Programme Details

TU Code

TU300

NFQ Level

NA

Award Type

NA

Award

NA

Duration

8 Weeks

Course Type

Undergraduate

Mode of Study

Full Time

Method of Delivery

On-Campus

Commencement Date

14 July 2025

Location

Aungier Street

Fees

€3,500 Total Fee

Minimum Entry Requirements

There are international bridging programmes for undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD preparation. The IELTS entry requirement is 0.5 of a band less than the direct entry requirement. This is overall 6 for most programmes. Upon successful completion of the programme you are guaranteed a place on your destination programme of choice. No further IELTS is required.

Course Content

You will study the following modules:

• English for Academic Writing & Reading
• Communicative Competence in English
• Introduction to Higher Education/Research Skills

You will learn how to:

• Work successfully in groups
• Study and research independently
• Communicate effectively with fellow students and lecturing staff
• Write academic essays and reports
• Give presentations
• Manage your study and leisure time
• Work more effectively using information technology
• Understand and apply basic concepts of your chosen discipline

Assessment

You will be assessed regularly throughout the programme through continuous assessment and homework assignments. This is used to monitor your progress throughout the programme. You will also be required to complete a number of final assessments for each of your modules.

Attendance and Participation

Attendance and participation in all classes are compulsory and necessary for success. Also, due to immigration rules, we are required to keep attendance records for all students.

Progression

Upon successful completion of the programme you are guaranteed a place on your destination programme of choice. No further IELTS is required.