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English - NCUK Master’s Preparation (PMP)

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The NCUK Master’s Preparation (PMP) is a qualification designed to develop the study methods and academic English language skills of international students who are preparing for Masters degree study in English.

Award Name Graduate Diploma UK
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body Northern Consortium United Kingdom
NFQ Level
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Graduate Diploma UK Northern Consortium United Kingdom
Location:
Dublin
Attendance Options:
Daytime, Full time
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Duration

9 months

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the PMP, you need
• Successfully completed a Bachelor degree in your home country
• Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS or equivalent (September intake) or 5.5 IELTS or equivalent (January intake)

Students who have successfully completed a three-year university diploma in a relevant subject may be able to use the PMP as a conversion programme to qualify for a Masters course in that subject. However, progress will be limited to our UK university partners.

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Further information

Contact college for next available start date.

We have two intakes each year; in September and January. Students on both intakes will be ready to progress to their postgraduate degree courses by the following September.

Dublin

How much does it cost?
The tuition fees for NCUK Pre-Masters Preparation are €12,000 (September intake) or €10,000 (January intake) plus registration and other charges.

Compared to similar programmes offered in the UK, you can save up to 25% by choosing to study your Foundation Year in Ireland.

Apply to University?
DIFC has a dedicated team of staff that will help guide you through the University application process and fully prepare you for all the admission requirements. You will also receive regular tutorials that are dedicated to helping you prepare for your University applications.

What Is The Master’s Preparation?
The NCUK Master’s Preparation (PMP) is a qualification designed to develop the study methods and academic English language skills of international students who are preparing for Masters degree study in English.

Student’s who study the Master’s Preparation qualification be benefit from the DIFC/NCUK Placement Support Service. DIFC will manage all of the university applications to each of the student’s chosen universities on their behalf, as opposed to students having to apply directly to each university.

Who Should Study The Master’s Preparation?
It is ideal for student’s who are wanting to improve their English language level and ensure that they have the academic skills necessary to successfully complete a postgraduate degree.

What Will I Study On The Master’s Preparation?
Your study plan will include a range of modules designed to prepare you for postgraduate study, including:
• A Subject module: Management or Life Sciences
• Research Methods
• Orientation to Western Study
• English for Academic Purposes

Phone: +353-45-866671
Email: info@difc.ie

Location:
Dublin
Attendance Options:
Daytime, Full time
Apply to:
Course provider