Programme Highlights
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Types of programme
Adult language Course at appropriate level leading to a conditional offer for entry to university based on successfully completion
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Tuition hours
15 hours per week
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Students per class
15 maximum
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Levels
Minimum level of English;
B1 (intermediate) for undergraduate study within 6 months
B2 (upper-intermediate) for postgraduate study within 6 months
A2 (pre-intermediate) for undergraduate study within 12 - 18 months
NB: Students must also meet the entry requirements for their chosen course of study. -
Duration
25 weeks
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Locations
Athlone
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Learner profile
The aim of this pathway programme is to equip participants to communicate effectively in English in order to be able to progress academically at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
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Student age
22 to 65 year old
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Start days
In order to adhere to visa timelines and to coincide with the university academic calendar you must start your academic year course by early February each year.
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Individuals or groups
Both accepted
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Accommodation
Confirm hotel, residence or host family.
Course Introduction
The Pathway to University programme is a partnership between Future Learning and the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS) in Athlone, located right in the heart of Ireland.
This programme helps to prepare students for entry to a third level course of their choice by providing training in English communication and the other 21st Century Skills needed for success in University; Collaboration, Creative Problem Solving, and Digital Information Skills.
Students will begin their journey by partaking in Future Learning's 21st Century Skills programme at either Stage 2: English for Professional Communication, or Stage 3: Foundation for Study through English at FL Athlone campus.
Upon completion of Stage 2, and with a minimum merit of ISE II from the Trinity College London exam, students will be eligible for Pathway to University Undergraduate Programmes at TUS Athlone.
Students who wish to apply for Postgraduate Programmes at TUS Athlone, must complete Stage 3 with a minimum merit of ISE III from the Trinity College London exam (equivalent to IELTS 6).
Learner Profile
Our pathway programme is designed for people who want to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in an Irish university and who would benefit from six months preparation to make sure they have the skills to make a success of their studies at third level in their chosen field.
Pathways to university
StepsThe aim of our pathway programme is to equip participants to communicate effectively in English in order to be able to progress academically at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Effective communication is about more than just the language, it is about engaging with the educational culture in an appropriate way. It aims to help develop communication skills that consider the cultural as well as the linguistic challenges to successfully studying in an English-speaking institution.
This is the first step towards earning a degree in Ireland and will help students to make the transition to third level education in Ireland much easier.
SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER
Submit
Submit a completed application form to Future Learning with language assessment and the proof of grade point average or exam results, as required for you selected area of university studies.
OCTOBER - NOVEMBER
Receive
Receive the Letter of Acceptance from Future Learning and conditional offer from the university provide you pass your English language exam at the required level.
DECEMBER / JANUARY
Attend
Start the Future Learning 21st Century Skills in English Programme (25 weeks) - Visit the university and pay your deposit to confirm your place.
MAY / JUNE
Pass
Complete your course with Future Learning and sit your end of course English language exam and take your 8 weeks holidays.
JULY / AUGUST
Results
Receive the results from you exam within 6 weeks and confirm your university place.
SEPTEMBER
Start
Start your university course.
Sample Schedule
Pathway to University Gallery
Fun Activities
Collaboration
Creative problem solving
Modern Facilities
Social Activities
International Students
FL ACCREDITATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
We are an accredited language school offering top quality courses for juniors and adults. Our accreditations show that we are a professional school with an exceptional level of teaching and services.
