Science Foundation Year Programme
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Science Foundation Year program prepares international students for university success by enhancing their English skills, subject knowledge in Maths, Chemistry, and Biology, and adapting them to Western teaching styles. It offers a flexible pathway to over 60 universities worldwide, ensuring secure university placement upon successful completion. The program provides personalized university placement advice and support, allowing students to consider a broad range of degrees.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program Name:
Science Foundation Year
Objectives:
- Provide a flexible pathway to university with study options in over 60 universities worldwide.
- Ensure a secure university placement for students on successful completion of the foundation course.
- Enhance the student's academic English skills, including presentation skills.
- Improve their subject knowledge in Maths, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Adapt the students to western teaching styles, lecture environments, and academic standards.
- Provide personalized university placement advice and support.
- Offer flexibility to consider a broad range of degrees from over 60 universities worldwide.
Program Description:
An NCUK International Science Foundation Year program specifically designed for international students, helping prepare them for success in their university studies.
Careers:
- Nursing
- Biomedical Science
- Pharmacy
- Occupational Therapy
- Genetics
- Biological Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Environmental Science
- Business & Accounting
- Law
Dublin International Foundation College (DIFC)
Overview:
Dublin International Foundation College (DIFC) is a study center in Ireland that prepares non-EU students for entry into top universities in Ireland and the UK, including medicine. It is the only NCUK Study Centre in Ireland, offering guaranteed access to over 60 universities worldwide.
Services Offered:
DIFC offers a range of services to students, including:
International Foundation Year Courses:
These courses prepare students for undergraduate degrees in various subject areas, including Health Science (Medicine), Business & Management, Engineering & Technology, and Sciences.Pre-Masters Programme:
This program prepares students for postgraduate studies, specifically Master's degrees, by addressing English language requirements.Guaranteed University Placement:
DIFC guarantees a university place for students who successfully complete their chosen program.Support Services:
DIFC provides various support services to students, including academic guidance, visa application advice, and resources for planning expenses and packing for their studies.Key Reasons to Study There:
Guaranteed University Placement:
DIFC offers a guaranteed university placement for students who successfully complete their chosen program.Wide Range of Study Options:
Students have a wide range of study options to choose from, including various foundation courses and pre-masters programs.Top-Ranking Universities:
DIFC partners with over 60 universities worldwide, including many top-ranked institutions.International Student Community:
DIFC provides a diverse and international student community, fostering a global learning environment.Academic Programs:
DIFC offers the following academic programs:
NCUK International Foundation Year Courses:
These courses are designed to prepare students for undergraduate degrees in various subject areas, including:- Health Science (Medicine) Foundation Programme
- Business & Management Foundation Course
- Engineering & Technology Foundation Course
- Sciences Foundation Course
NCUK Pre-Masters Programme:
This program prepares students for postgraduate studies, specifically Master's degrees.Other:
DIFC has a strong focus on student satisfaction and has been recognized as the best NCUK center worldwide for student satisfaction. The college also offers a blog section with information about courses, visa requirements, cost of living, and activities in Ireland.
Entry Requirements:
Successfully completed high school examinations. Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.
