Sciences Foundation Course

Guaranteed Placement in Top Universities
The perfect preparation course for international students hoping to complete a wide range of science degree programmes throughout Ireland and the UK.
Course Details

Start
September & January

Location
Dublin (on-campus)
or
Fully Online

Duration
7 – 9 Months

Fees
€15,600
Scholarship Available
Part scholarships are available for all students studying in January 2021 intake
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Entry Requirements
- Successfully completed high school examinations.
- Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.

“My time at DIFC was simply exceptional. The support I received from the staff of DIFC has helped me grow in countless ways over a short period of time. Being a class rep, I make a lot of observations and I have seen a similar growth in my classmates from different nationalities. On arrival to Dublin, I was quite timid and did not know what to expect in Ireland, but with help from the DIFC Student Services, I settled in quickly..”
David Ochai from Nigeria
Now studying Pharmacy at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

“I went to DIFC to further strengthen my application into The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). Not only does DIFC help you grow as an individual both emotionally and academically, but provides all the basic needs required for us as international students studying abroad. I can only thank DIFC enough with what they have offered me the past year. I have learned a lot, and got the most proficient academic attention I have ever received.”
Ali Rifai from Jordan
Now studying Medicine at Royal College of Surgeons
Course Content
Programme Element | Hours per Week |
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English for Academic Purposes | 6 |
ESAP for Science | 3 |
Mathematics for Science | 5 |
Science – two subjects: Chemistry and Biology at 4 hours/week each | 8 |
Additional Chemistry | 1 |
Pastoral care/progression counseling | 1 |

When You Study with DIFC You Can Avail of University Scholarships of up to €20,000.
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Science & Pharmacy Scholarships available worth 25% of tuition fees. €20,000 |
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Scholarships worth 25% of tuition fees on all programmes. €12,000 over four years. |
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Part scholarships worth €2,000 per year available on all programmes. €8,000 over four years. |

Are you ready
to start your pathway?