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Certificate in Foundation Studies for International Students

Moylish — Limerick, County of Limerick, Ireland

Study Level: Certificate · 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: EUR 11,000
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Post-study work: Check current immigration rules
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The International Foundation Programme – Certificate in Foundation Studies for International Students is a preparatory course designed to provide a pathway for international students to gain experience of third-level education in Ireland and facilitate entry onto undergraduate programmes at Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). The programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to successfully participate in and transition to their chosen undergraduate programme, maximising their potential for success in higher education. Entry requirements for the programme include a minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent and a high school qualification equivalent to Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications. International applicants are encouraged to apply directly to the Global Office at TUS, allowing sufficient time for visa processing. Applications for a September start should be submitted by 1st June to ensure adequate time for visa arrangements, with consideration given to the processing times in the applicant’s country of origin. The programme includes modules in Personal Development, Intercultural Studies, Communications, Mathematics and Calculations, Learning and Academic Skills Development, Research Skills, Information Technology Skills, Computer Applications, Digital Literacy, and English for International Students (Parts 1 and 2). The International Foundation Programme is aimed at students preparing to engage in full-time undergraduate study in Ireland. Progression from the programme to an undergraduate programme within TUS is assessed in accordance with the university’s Admissions Policies and Procedures.

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Credential: 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: EUR 11,000
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Moylish

Limerick, County of Limerick, Ireland

Moylish Park, Moylish

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Post-study work: Check current immigration rules

Immigration rules change. Confirm current rules with the relevant government authority or with Eagle Link before applying.

Eagle Link does not guarantee visa approval and does not make immigration decisions.

About the Institution

The Technological University of the Shannon is a multi-campus university spread across seven campuses throughout Ireland’s Midwest and Midlands region. With principal campuses at Limerick and Athlone. TUS benefits from an already strong and vibrant history of education and learning in the wider region, and will continue to play its part in sustaining and enhancing this identity for generations to come. TUS's continuous focus on partnership, innovation and staying agile shows they understand the importance of working with key stakeholders across industry and society. And with more than 15,000 s...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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