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Business & Management Foundation Course

Lifelong Learning
IFY-Bus

During their studies, students on the IFY Business programme will cover four main academic subjects – English for Academic Purposes, Mathematics for Business, Business Studies and Economics.

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

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 for September, January is 5.5 IELTS.

Careers / Further progression

What degrees can you apply for with a Foundation in Business?
• Business & Management
• Marketing
• Law
• Economics
• International Relations
• Accounting & Finance
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Fashion
• Arts

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Further information

Start: September & January

In campus

€14,600 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

Start Your University Journey
With Our International Foundation In Business

If you want to study a business, law, arts or humanities degree at university, the International Foundation Year – Business programme at DIFC is your guaranteed pathway.

Why Study a Foundation Year in Business?
For international students, transitioning to study in a Irish or UK university can be an overwhelming experience. Therefore, taking a Foundation Course before your university studies can set you up for future success in a number of ways:
• Develop your academic English skills, including presentation skills
• Enhance your subject knowledge in Maths, Business and Economics
• Adapt to western teaching styles, lecture environments and academic standards
• Receive personalised university placement advice and support
• Get guaranteed access to an NCUK university upon successful completion of the course

Who needs a Foundation Course?
The International Foundation Year – Business programme is specifically designed for international students who:
• Have completed their local high school qualification (or O-Level qualification)
• Have completed A-Levels or equivalent, but do not meet the entry requirements for university admission
• Need to improve their English language before studying university in Ireland or UK
• Would like to keep their options open and receive full support with their university applications.

Course Overview
During their studies, students on the IFY Business programme will cover four main academic subjects – English for Academic Purposes, Mathematics for Business, Business Studies and Economics.

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.

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

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