English - EFL- & Business Communications
Ballsbridge College has been providing a course in English as a Foreign Language for over fourteen years. During this time the course has expanded to facilitate students with differing levels of English and has become an integral part of the college.
It attracts students from all over the world and from many different cultures and backgrounds. All the students have the desire to learn English in a dynamic environment, on a course that combines English language with the study of business and computers. Many students have used these qualifications to help them secure employment here in Ireland.
| Award Name | BEC Business English Certificates |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Cambridge ESOL |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | FCE First Certificate in English |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Cambridge ESOL |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | CAE Certificate in Advanced English |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Cambridge ESOL |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | CPE Certificate of Proficiency in English |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Cambridge ESOL |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEC Business English Certificates | Cambridge ESOL | ||
| FCE First Certificate in English | Cambridge ESOL | ||
| CAE Certificate in Advanced English | Cambridge ESOL | ||
| CPE Certificate of Proficiency in English | Cambridge ESOL | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have at least a lower intermediate standard of English to facilitate learning through the medium of English.
Applicants will be required to take an assessment to determine their level of competence in English so that they can be placed in a class most appropriate for them.
Applicants are also required to complete a course application form available from the college.
All applicants must have fully complied with any necessary residence requirements pertaining at the time of application.
Careers / Further progression
Higher Education Links
A significant number of students use this course as a foundation English Language course before continuing to further courses at degree and post-graduate level.
Examples of Progression to Higher Education
Full-time Courses:
Graduates may use their qualifications to apply for a place in a variety of Higher Education Institutions. For information on all relevant Higher Education Links visit www.qqi.ie (QQI), the Central Applications Office (CAO) and the websites of the relevant higher education institutions. Intending applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating Higher Education Institutions or visit the CAO website.
South East Technology University (SETU) – Ballsbridge College has a progression agreement with SETU linking this course’s QQI award (5M2102) to a range of WIT degrees. Please see https://www.wit.ie/future_students/fe_progression/further-education-progression-scheme
Further information
Step 1: Apply
When you complete your application, you will receive an acknowledgement email with login details, username and password, for your new account on our college applications system.
You will log into the college applications system regularly to manage your application to Ballsbridge College
Step 2: Interview and Course Offer
You will be contacted by phone by a College staff member to discuss your application and answer any questions you may have about the course.
Places are offered on a first come, first served basis and are subject to places being available and any specific course requirements being met.
Step 3: Pay your €30 deposit online to secure your place
To pay your non-refundable €30 deposit online, please click on the login button below. This will take you to the login page of the college online payments system. Your login details are on the email we sent you.
Select the Payments tab to see the breakdown of course fees and to pay your deposit.
Login into the College Online Payment System
Step 4: Complete your registration & upload your documents
To complete registration, please click on the login button below to log in to the college online payment system.
Select the Personal tab (to upload photo) and the Documents tab to upload a copy of the following documents:
For all applicants: a suitable passport-style photograph, recently taken.
For all applicants: passport or ID Card (with photo) to confirm your identity
For school leavers: a copy of your Leaving Certificate Results when you receive them
For non-Leaving Certificate applicants: a Statement of Results from your most recent academic course
For Non-EU applicants: please upload your GNIB card (stamp 4) or Labour Market Permission letter
To protect your data, Ballsbridge College of FE follows the Data Protection Policy and Protocols of the City of Dublin ETB.
Step 5: Pay the balance of your fees online
To pay the rest of your course fees online, please click on the login button below to log in to the college online payment system.
Select the Payments tab to see the breakdown of your fees and to make a payment.
All fees should be paid by the end of September.
If you foresee a difficulty in paying full fees by the due date, please contact the college on 01 668 4806 for advice and assistance or email info@ballsbridge.cdetb.ie
CDETB Online Payments- Terms and Conditions
http://cityofdublin.etb.ie/online-payments-terms-and-conditions/
Fee Exemptions
Applicants who are eligible for a VTOS place are exempt from paying all course changes and fees.
Login into College Online Payment System
Step 6: Induction and Commencement of Course
At Ballsbridge College we are committed to you having a successful transition to college and your induction, which takes place in early to mid September, is the first important step.
At your induction you will meet your Course Tutor, other college staff and your fellow students. You will receive lots of useful information about your course and the college.
We will email you the exact date, time and location of your induction.
You will be informed of the class start date at the induction.
Your college life begins….
We look forward to welcoming you to Ballsbridge College
Costs are kept to the minimum. For 2023/2024 the standard charge is €240.
The €240 charge covers a number of costs including certification and exam entry.
Grants are available to eligible students. Eligibility depends on individual financial circumstances and a grant must be applied for, through Student Universal Service Ireland (SUSI), see www.susi.ie.
Course Content
English as a Second Language
Business Administration
Communications
Marketing Practice
Spreadsheets
Work Experience
Word Processing
Intercultural Studies
Internet
Disclaimer: The college reserves the right to make any alterations to any programme as might be required. Where there is insufficient enrolment a course may be cancelled.
5M2102 - Business Studies
Certification
Awarding Body: QQI
Award Title: Certificate in Business Studies
Award Code: 5M2102
Level 5 Further Education & Training
Please note the above course descriptor is subject to change
University of Cambridge Awards: 2
First Certificate in English
Certificate in Advanced English
Certificate in Proficiency
Cambridge Business English Certificates
Students are entered for the certificate most appropriate to their level of English.
2. There will be an additional charge to cover exam entry for students taking these exams.
University of Cambridge Awards: *
¨ First Certificate in English
¨ Certificate in Advanced English
¨ Certificate in Proficiency
¨ Cambridge Business English Certificates
Students are entered for the certificate most appropriate to their level of English.
*There will be an additional charge to cover exam entry for
students taking these exams
Ballsbridge College of Further Education
Shelbourne Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin 4
www.ballsbridgecollege.com
info@ballsbridge.cdetb.ie
t: 01 668 4806