Overview

You will study your Foundation programme at our Centre located in Maynooth.

Who is this programme designed for?

This International Foundation Programme offered by OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick is designed to to enable international students to progress onto undergraduate programmes in Ireland. Join the programme for guaranteed progression.

Successful completion of the programme entitles students to a Level 5 Specific Purpose Certificate in International Foundation Studies award that is awarded by QQI. It sits on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) at Level 5 as a Specific Purpose Certificate in International Foundation Studies award. It has equivalency with Level 4 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF). This qualification is internationally recognised.

How long will I study for?

This programme lasts seven months, the year divided into two semesters of 12 to 13 teaching weeks and one examination week. On average, you will undertake 25 hours of classroom-based study per week.

English Language forms at least nine hours of your timetable, is compulsory for students and will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects as well as being taught separately if you need additional support.

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Programme Structure

Modules included:

English

Intercultural Studies and Communications

Mathematics

Business Studies

Information Systems

Global Politics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Computer Science

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 7 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Limerick, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

English requirements:

An English level of Council of Europe B1+ Proficiency Level/IGCSE C/IELTS 5.0 or equivalent. IELTS 5.0 overall with no less than 5.0 in the written component and 4.5 in the listening, speaking, and reading components.

Age requirements:

Applicants must normally be 17 years old but will be 18 years old by the end of the programme.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16330 EUR / full

≈ 16330 EUR / full

Living costs

Limerick

Ireland

850 - 1150 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Who is this programme designed for?

How long will I study for?

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Limerick

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

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Scholarships Information

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