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.
- 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.
Curriculum :
- 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
Classroom Hour :
25 hours per week