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16-week Pre-sessional Programme
| Programme | Summary |
|---|---|
| Language Level | See here for information on which Pre-Sessional programme to take. |
| Delivery |
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| Length | 16 weeks |
| Hours of study | 09:00 to 13:00 Monday to Friday + 15 hours guided self-study per week + Reading week 9th to 13th June 2025 (no online classes that week) |
| Class Size | Maximum 15 students, minimum of 6 students. |
| Age | 18 years + |
| Dates | 24 March - 18 July 2025 If a student needs to resit exam(s) these will take place the week after the end of the course. Students need to keep that week free, i.e. no holiday or travel plans should be made for that week, and students will need to make themselves available for day(s) and time(s) as requested by Centre. |
| Programme Content/ Assessment | There are several continuously assessed tasks throughout the programme, an assessed written task and a spoken presentation at the end of the programme. There is also a final test of academic language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Results of all 3 methods of testing are combined to give an overall score. To complete this programme successfully, students need to achieve the following:
For those students requiring 6.5 overall/6 Individual skills the pass mark is 60% with 55% overall in all 4 skills
For those students requiring 6.5 overall/6.5 Individual skills the pass mark is 60% with 60% overall in all 4 skills
For those requiring 7 overall/7 Individual skills the pass mark is 70% with 70% overall in all 4 skills
Note: There will be no need to re-take an IELTS or other approved exam on successful completion of this pre-sessional programme. UCC Language Centre Pre-sessional courses are on the approved list of entry routes for UCC undergraduate, postgraduate and joint programmes. |
| Student Support Workshop Series | As part of your Pre-sessional programme, we also offer a 'Student Support Workshop Series'. These workshops are designed to assist you throughout your Pre-Sessional course, offering guidance on how to prepare before you arrive and to help you transition-in to University life. This Series is an excellent resource that covers a comprehensive range of topics, including access to library services, assignment and presentation skills; and advice on finding accommodation. You will also discover the Gap Compass and how it can support you on your university journey. Meeting the Societies coordinator and members of the Society for International students will be a great opportunity to connect with others and get involved in campus life. These workshops are interactive, and students will have ample time for questions and discussions throughout. A full time-table of these workshops will be available at your Orientation, which will take place one week before your programme begins. |
| How to Apply |
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| Cost |
€5575
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