emerald cultural institute

English Language School for students & professionals

University Pathway Programme

A specialised programme for students wishing to enter University and reach the required level of English

Our University Pathway Programmes are designed for students of all levels who:

  • Plan to enter university or college at undergraduate or graduate level
  • Need to prepare for the IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge ESOL examinations or other university entrance examinations
  • Want to prepare for their experience in an English-speaking university by improving their skills and techniques in our English for Academic Purposes Module
  • Want to succeed in the university classroom with native English speakers
  • Need English for their major or whose university programme will be through English


Our University Pathway Programme Service includes:

  • Advice and assistance from our Academic team
  • Identifying the specific requirements and English-language level needed
  • Assistance in completing college applications
  • Organising Conditional Letters of Offer from our partner Universities or Colleges
  • Submission of documents and application forms
  • Regular contact and follow-up on your applications with your chosen University


In addition to our wide range of General and Intensive courses, students on this programme can choose from our Examination Preparation courses  and English for Academic Purposes

We have agreements in place with prestigious universities in Ireland and the USA to provide English language programmes to prepare applicants for university entrance.

The Programme fee includes:

  • Tuition (60 minutes per lesson)
  • Supplementary course materials
  • Advice and assistance of Emerald staff
  • City-centre orientation
  • Diploma on completion of course
  • Welcome Kit with guides and maps
  • Social & Cultural Programme
  • Use of multi-media lab / self-access library / free wi-fi in our main school


The Programme fee does not include course textbooks

There is an additional Course Registration Fee payable on all course bookings

Course Code UNI-P
Locations Ireland
Dates
Flexible start dates; Minimum duration 25 weeks
Hours
Choice of 20 or 26 hour programme
No. of Students
Maximum of 14 students (average 9) Examination preparation classes require minimum numbers
Age Group
17 and over
Levels
Minimum level of good intermediate (CEFR B1-B2) required High School Diploma required for entry to University (other qualifications may be required for entry depending on the University or course selection)
Summary of activities
Students are entitled to join our complementary social programme during afternoons and weekends – full details available from our Student Welfare Office
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