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The ICP programmes in Engineering and Business are specialised foundation course designed to support international students to progress to studying: Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computing or Software Engineering.
Or progress to study: Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or Business Management at university. If you are interested in studying an Engineering or Business degree but lack the entry requirements or have completed high school exams (or equivalent), this is an alternative route to entry.
These programmes will deliver intensive English and subject specific knowledge, to provide a foundation in the subject specific area and a boost toward EU university entry.These programmes are designed to prepare international students for entry to Engineering or Business degrees.
Business Management
The International Commencement Programme is designed for a specific purpose – to equip you with the tools, knowledge and skills for further progression in the field of Engineering. It is the first step on your journey to become an Electrical Engineer.
The programme gives you the opportunity to get direct entry onto an Engineering degree programme at a prestigious partner university or institute. It covers the core aspects and allows you to develop the skills required to succeed and excel in the Engineering environment. The programme is ideal for candidates who have the desire and potential to flourish in a career in Engineering.
It strongly emphasises the development of the study skills that will be necessary for success in your undergraduate studies and beyond.
After completion of the foundation programme with us, you will gain the necessary understanding of key concepts within the field of Engineering; you will develop personally and professionally, build your confidence, resilience and – last but not least – you will meet the academic level to study further to become a Electrical Engineer.
Start Date:
January, June or September
Duration:
(one Academic Year) 6-12 months
Location
Cork City Campus
Fees:
TBA
Duration:
The ICP Engineering & Technology is assessed by continuous assessment, end of year in-house exams and an IELTS exam.
Entry Requirements
• Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.
Progression List
We are committed to helping and supporting students with entry to Medical, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy degrees. Students will receive personalised guidance for applications, interviews, personal statements components and exams. These form an essential part of entry progression to degree level and we facilitate students in these processes.
Administration
The International Commencement Programme is designed for a specific purpose – to equip you with the tools, knowledge and skills for further progression in the field of Engineering. It is the first step on your journey to become a Civil Engineer.
Civil Engineers work in a fast paced and innovative environment.
The International Commencement Programme in Civil Engineering trains you how to become involved in projects that are highly complex from design to management stage through to comple tion. With this in mind the International Commencement Pro gramme in Civil Engineering combines creative skills with an aptitude for mathematics and technical subjects.
A high degree of administration skills are required for Civil Engi neer projects at management level so the programme emphasises these skills also.
Start Date:
January, June or September
Duration:
(one Academic Year) 6-12 months
Location
Cork City Campus
Fees:
TBA
Duration:
The ICP Engineering & Technology is assessed by continuous assessment, end of year in-house exams and an IELTS exam.
Entry Requirements
• Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.
Progression List
We are committed to helping and supporting students with entry to Medical, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy degrees. Students will receive personalised guidance for applications, interviews, personal statements components and exams. These form an essential part of entry progression to degree level and we facilitate students in these processes.
Economics
The International Commencement Programme in Computing and Software Engineering includes the application of specialised knowledge and skills to develop different kinds of large, complex software systems.
The programme also provides the opportunity to specialise in data analytics, extracting knowledge from large data sets. This programme will provide an opportunity for students, to gain up-to-date knowledge and skills in software engineering and/or data analytics which are all necessary for Computer and Software Engineering.
Start Date:
January, June or September
Duration:
(one Academic Year) 6-12 months
Location
Cork City Campus
Fees:
TBA
Duration:
The ICP Engineering & Technology is assessed by continuous assessment, end of year in-house exams and an IELTS exam.
Entry Requirements
• Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.
Progression List
We are committed to helping and supporting students with entry to Medical, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy degrees. Students will receive personalised guidance for applications, interviews, personal statements components and exams. These form an essential part of entry progression to degree level and we facilitate students in these processes.
Accounting
The International Commencement programme in Business Management focuses on providing students’ with a basis in the knowledge necessary for core business areas including accounting principles, payroll, business management, business mathematics, computer applications and understanding of the dynamics of an organisation.
Students’ knowledge and understanding of essential business disciplines is underpinned with the addition of business law, economics, management accounting and management of the office environment principles.education in nursing. It is a pathway for future nurses to evolve and fulfil their potential.
The International Commencement Programme in Business Accounting provides students with the foundational skills necessary to study professional accountancy at university level.
This course prepares you for your goal, go on to qualify as Professional Accountant and subsequently go on to pursue successful careers in diverse roles in a range of sectors. Careers include finance managers, business analysts, advisory, investment managers, risk management, business owners, teaching, as well as professional accountants.
Start Date:
January, June or September
Duration:
(one Academic Year) 6-12 months
Location
Cork City Campus
Fees:
TBA
Duration:
The ICP Engineering & Technology is assessed by continuous assessment, end of year in-house exams and an IELTS exam.
Entry Requirements
• Have a minimum English level of 5.0 IELTS.
Progression List
We are committed to helping and supporting students with entry to Medical, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy degrees. Students will receive personalised guidance for applications, interviews, personal statements components and exams. These form an essential part of entry progression to degree level and we facilitate students in these processes.
Program Contest
Students studying the ICP Health Science programme will cover four main academic subjects:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Foundation Mathematics
- Further Mathematics
- English Language Skills
- English for Academic Purposes
- Learning & Study Skills
- Cultural Studies.
- IT & Communication Skills
Students will also gain essential skills, such as:
Students studying the ICP Health Science programme will cover four main academic subjects:
- Study & Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Presentation skills
- Academic writing
- Interview skills
In order to facilitate students and meet their needs we have developed three International Commencement Programme options:
ICP in Health Sciences: This is an alternative route to study Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing or Pharmacy at and progress on to an EU university.
Pre-ICP Studies: This option is for students who have not met the IELTS 5.0 entry requirement for the ICP and need to prepare beforehand in order to do so.
Advanced Entry to University: This is for students who have met the entry requirements for an EU university. Need to assess their university options and be provided with some assistance in the entry application
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