Dublin International Foundation College (DIFC) offers international students a pathway to study in leading universities. But it’s more than a pathway. We go beyond other foundation programmes – helping you to grow as a person and as a thinker, providing an experience that will stay with you for life.

Application Deadline :

Dublin International Foundation College (DIFC) offers multiple intakes throughout the year for its foundation and pre-master’s programs. Below are the general deadlines:

• September Intake:
  Application deadline is typically in August (exact dates may vary).

• January Intake:
  Application deadline is typically in December (exact dates may vary).

It’s recommended to apply early, as places are limited. For the most up-to-date deadlines, it’s advisable to visit DIFC’s official website or contact their admissions office directly.

Subject List

DIFC offers foundation and pre-master’s programs designed to prepare international students for undergraduate and postgraduate study at Irish and UK universities. These programs are tailored to different academic pathways, depending on the student’s chosen field of study.

Foundation Programs:

International Foundation Year in Business, Law, and Social Sciences

• Business
• Accounting
• Economics
• Law
• Social Sciences
• Humanities

International Foundation Year in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Information Technology

International Foundation Year in Health and Medical Sciences

• Medicine
• Dentistry
• Nursing
• Pharmacy
• Biomedical Science
• Physiotherapy
• Health Sciences

Pre-Master’s Programs:

Pre-Master’s in Business, Management, and Finance

• Business
• Management
• Finance
• Marketing
• International Business

Pre-Master’s in Science, Engineering, and Technology

• Engineering
• Science
• Technology
• Computing
• Data Science

English Language Requirements:

For admission to the foundation and pre-master’s programs at DIFC, students generally need to demonstrate proficiency in English. The typical requirements are:

Foundation Programs:

• IELTS: Minimum overall score of 5.5, with no individual band lower than 5.0.
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 65.
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 50.
• Cambridge English Exam: FCE (First Certificate in English) with a score of 162 or higher.

Pre-Master’s Programs:

• IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.0, with no individual band lower than 5.5.
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 70.
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 55.
• Cambridge English Exam: CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) with a score of 169 or higher.

If students do not meet these requirements, DIFC may offer an English language preparation course to help improve their proficiency before starting their chosen program. For the most current and detailed information, it’s best to visit DIFC’s official website or contact their admissions office.