5 Best Foundation Programs in Ireland

There are 5 Foundation programs in Ireland, spread across 3 universities — most run 13 weeks. The list starts with courses at University of Galway, Dublin City University and Galway Mayo Institute of Technology.

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1Foundation

QS World #273 #5 in Ireland Galway, Connacht, Ireland

International Business Foundation

University of Galway — The International Business Foundation course at Shannon College of Hotel Management offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles of business in a global context....

FoundationLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

International Business

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2Foundation

QS World #410 #7 in Ireland Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

Foundation Programme in Education and Training

Dublin City University — Dublin City University offers the Foundation Programme in Education and Training for people interested in becoming a professional trainer or educator, and it provides a p...

FoundationLevel

one-yearDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Education

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3Foundation

#12 in Ireland Ireland

Access Studies

Galway Mayo Institute of Technology — The Access Studies foundation course at Galway Mayo Institute of Technology is designed to equip students with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for academic...

FoundationLevel

13 weeksDuration

Part TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Education

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4Foundation

#12 in Ireland Ireland

Access Studies (Northern Ireland)

Galway Mayo Institute of Technology — The Access Studies course at Galway Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation for students who aim to pursue higher education....

FoundationLevel

13 weeksDuration

Part TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Education

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5Foundation

#12 in Ireland Ireland

Access for Higher Education

Galway Mayo Institute of Technology — The Access for Higher Education course at Galway Mayo Institute of Technology provides students with a solid foundation for further study at the university level. This pr...

FoundationLevel

1 YearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Education

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How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #273 (University of Galway) to #410 (Dublin City University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Galway is cited most (3,119,581 citations).

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Education (4) and International Business (1). The usual length is 13 weeks and one-year. 60% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Galway Mayo Institute of Technology offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Foundation in Ireland?

University of Galway (QS World #273), Dublin City University (QS World #410) and Galway Mayo Institute of Technology (#12 in Ireland) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Foundation in Ireland?

Of those with published fees, Dublin City University is the least expensive at about USD 20,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Foundation course take in Ireland?

Most listed courses run 13 weeks, with one-year the next most common.

When do Foundation courses start in Ireland?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Foundation courses in Ireland?

Galway Mayo Institute of Technology, with 3, ahead of Dublin City University (1).

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