Sciences - International Foundation Programme
A Foundation Year in Science is the most flexible pathway to university, as it offers a broad range of study options in over 60 universities worldwide.
Duration
9 months (September intake) or 7 months (January intake).
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
• Successfully completed high school examinations.
• Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.
Careers / Further progression
Whats degrees can you apply for?
• Nursing
• Biomedical Science
• Pharmacy
• Occupational Therapy
• Genetics
• Biological Sciences
• Biochemistry
• Environmental Science
• Some Engineering degrees
• Business & Accounting
• Law
Further information
Start: September & January
In Campus
€15,600 plus registration.
Applications will only be accepted at our Head Office. Email or call our Nass facility with any application queries.
Head Office
Suite 4, Osprey complex
John Devoy Park
Naas – Co. Kildare
Ireland
Phone: +353-45-866671
Fax: +353-45-866655
Email: info@difc.ie
Sciences Foundation Course
A Foundation Year in Science is the most flexible pathway to university, as it offers a broad range of study options in over 60 universities worldwide. In addition, the growing interest in Science-related degrees means having a guaranteed university pathway offers you the security that your university place is secure on successful completion of the foundation course.
Why Study a Foundation Year in Science?
The NCUK International Foundation Year programme is specifically designed for international students to help you prepare for success in your university studies. By taking a Foundation Course, you will benefit from:
• Enhanced academic English skills, including presentation skills
• Improved subject knowledge in Maths, Chemistry and Biology
• Adapt to western teaching styles, lecture environments and academic standards
• Personalised university placement advice and support
• Flexibility to consider a broad range of degrees from over 60 universities worldwide
• Guaranteed access to an NCUK university upon successful completion of the course.
Course Overview
During their studies, students on the IFY Science programme will cover four main academic subjects – English for Academic Purposes, Mathematics for Science, Chemistry and Biology.
Alongside these subjects, students will also gain key skills, such as:
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Presentation skills
• Academic writing
• ICT skills
A central component of the programme is the personalised guidance and support students receive when it comes to applying university. Weekly tutorials help students to learn about their options, prepare stand-out personal statements and prepare their university applications.
What subjects will I study? Curriculum for IFY Sciences programme: Programme Element • English for Academic Purposes - 6 Hours per week • ESAP for Science - 3 Hours per week • Mathematics for Science - 5 Hours per week • Science – two subjects: Chemistry and Biology at 4 hours/week each - 8 Hours per week • Additional Chemistry - 1 Hour per week • Pastoral care/progression counselling - 1 Hour per week
Phone: +353-45-866671
Email: info@difc.ie