Course Fees
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.
Breakdown of Fees
Tuition Fees for 2022/23 Academic Year | ||||||
International Foundation Year Business | €14,600 | |||||
International Foundation Year Engineering / Science | €15,600 | |||||
International Foundation Year Health Science | €17,800 | |||||
Pre-Masters Programme – September Intake | €12,000 | |||||
Pre-Masters Programme – January Intake | €10,000 | |||||
Additional Compulsory Costs | ||||||
Registration & Placement incl Learner Protection (IFY & PMP) | €1,540 | |||||
Registration & Placement incl Learner Protection (IFY Health Sci) | €1,895 | |||||
Books & Course Materials | €200 | |||||
Annual Medical Insurance | €200 | |||||
Additional Optional Costs | ||||||
Airport collection on arrival in Dublin | €100 | |||||
Guardianship Programme (students under 18 years) | ||||||
Guardianship Fee – 1st month | €490 | |||||
Guardianship Monthly Fee until 18th birthday | €120 | |||||
Optional: Guardianship Christmas cover (students who stay in Ireland for the period 21 December – 7th January in any given year) | €250 | |||||
Optional: Airport transfers arranged by DIFC taxi service | €65 per person |
Total Fees
The total fees payable will comprise:
- Tuition Fee
- Registration & Examination Fee including Learner Protection
- Medical Insurance
- Course Materials
- Optional airport/college transfer service
- Optional Accommodation & Arrangement Fees
Scholarships
DIFC Ireland awards a limited number of part-scholarships and discounts annually to international students.
Paying Fees
Students can pay by Direct Bank Transfer ; Account details will be on your Invoice or you can email Fiona on fiona@difc.ie.