DIFC offers a variety of programmes for international students who wish to progress their careers in leading European and international universities.

When you study abroad with DIFC you can rest assured that your dream career is in reach. Below you will see a breakdown of tuition and other fees to study with DIFC. Please note that DIFC do not provide full scholarships as we are a private institution. Flexible payment plans can be arranged. Please contact us with any queries.

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DIFC Course Details and Fees

January 2026 onwards

Pre-Foundation English

IELTS
4.0-5.0
Hours/Week
20
Weeks
25
Dates
Mar-Aug
Progression
Foundation Sep 26
Fee (€)
€5,600

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

IELTS
5–6
Hours/Week
20
Weeks
25
Dates
Mar–Aug
Progression
University Sep 26
Fee (€)
€5,600

University Access Programme – Pathway A (Business)

Specialisation
Business Studies
Subjects
EAP / Maths / Business / Economics
IELTS
5.5-6.5
Hours/Week
26
Weeks
25
Dates
Mar-Aug
Progression
University Sep 26
Fee (€)
€7,800

University Access Programme – Pathway B (Health)

Specialisation
Health Science
Subjects
EAP / Maths / Biology / Chemistry
IELTS
5.5-6.5
Hours/Week
26
Weeks
25
Dates
Mar-Aug
Progression
University Sep 26
Fee (€)
€7,800

University Access Programme – Pathway C (Engineering)

Specialisation
Engineering / Computer Science
Subjects
EAP / Maths / Physics / Chemistry
IELTS
5.5-6.5
Hours/Week
26
Weeks
25
Dates
Mar-Aug
Progression
University Sep 26
Fee (€)
€7,800

University Access Programme – Postgraduate

IELTS
5.5-6.5
Hours/Week
24
Weeks
25
Dates
Mar–Aug
Progression
Postgraduate Entry
Fee (€)
€6,900

New Course Information – Key Points

We are pleased to share important details about our new course offering:

1. Flexible Delivery Options
All courses can be taken either on campus in Dublin or through virtual classrooms from home, giving students flexibility in how they choose to study.

2. Work Eligibility While Studying
Students enrolled in these courses are permitted to work part-time while completing their studies (subject to standard visa regulations where applicable).

3. Guaranteed University Placement
DIFC will place all students who successfully complete their course and meet the entry requirements set out by of our partner universities for Undergraduate or Postgraduate programmes, except Medicine, which cannot be guaranteed.

4. Entry Requirements for Progression
For Courses 2, 3, and 4, students must meet the academic entry criteria set by the respective university to progress to an Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree.