Language Requirements

Knowledge of English
Lectures are given in English, therefore a good knowledge of the language is essential.

Verification of English language ability is required for all applicants who do not have English as their first language or who have not completed a major academic award equivalent to a minimum of level 4 on the Irish NFQ, that is delivered and assessed through the medium of English. The following internationally recognised third party English language test & scores are accepted as verification of English language ability. Note that a 3rd party English language test score is a requirement for an Irish Study visa application.

The minimum English Language Requirements for International Students (non-native English speakers) are as follows:

Undergraduate Year 1
IELTS Academic 5.5 (No less than a 5.0 in any one band)
PTE Academic 46 (Minimum 41 in each component)
TOEFL IBT 70 (min scores of 15 in each component)
Duolingo score  Min of 90

Advanced Entry (direct entry to year 2,3 or 4)
IELTS Academic 6.0 (No less than a 5.5 in any one band)
PTE Academic 51 (Minimum 45 in each component)
TOEFL IBT 80 min (score of 18 in each component)
Duolingo score  Min of 100

Postgraduate
IELTS Academic 6.0 (No less than a 5.5 in any one band)
PTE Academic 51 (Minimum 45 in each component)
TOEFL IBT 80 (min score of 18 in each component)
Duolingo score  Min of 100