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Foundation or pathway, English and languages. University of Limerick, Limerick, County of Limerick, Ireland.
2-Term Pathway - International Foundation Programme - Continue to Bachelor of Arts - Applied Languages (LM044) is a foundation or pathway program in english and languages at University of Limerick, a public institution in Limerick, County of Limerick, Ireland, founded in 1989.
First-year tuition is listed at 11,950 EUR and the application fee at 50 EUR. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.
Applications to University of Limerick typically receive a decision in 9 days and 2 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 22,000 EUR for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Immigration sets a minimum level of funds that you must show in addition to first-year fees. Check the current amount on the Irish immigration site, and confirm tuition fees with your institution.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 11,950 EUR |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 10,000 EUR |
| Application fee (one time) | 50 EUR |
| Estimated first-year total | 22,000 EUR |
Our directory lists 16 foundation or pathway programs in english and languages at 3 schools in Ireland. Their median first-year tuition is 16,678 EUR, and the middle half cost between 16,678 EUR and 16,678 EUR.
At 11,950 EUR, 2-Term Pathway - International Foundation Programme - Continue to Bachelor of Arts - Applied Languages (LM044) is 28% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 11,950 EUR to 18,193 EUR.
If budget matters, these foundation or pathway programs in english and languages have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Ireland.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Term Pathway Program - International Foundation Year in Business and Economics - Continue to Bachelor of Arts - English at University College Cork | UniHaven College, Maynooth | 16,330 EUR |
| International Foundation Programme in Law, Business, Economics, and Social Sciences - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Classical Languages and Linguistics | Trinity College Dublin, Dublin | 16,678 EUR |
Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake, with January and sometimes May intakes at some institutions.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| January 2027 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| March 2027 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| May 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| August 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
University of Limerick sets the exact entry requirements for 2-Term Pathway - International Foundation Programme - Continue to Bachelor of Arts - Applied Languages (LM044). For a foundation or pathway, applicants usually need the following.
IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and other tests are widely accepted. Institutions publish their own minimum scores.
Students from India need a Study visa to study in Ireland. Immigration Service Delivery (Irish Department of Justice) decides the application.
Irish institutions run English-taught programmes at every level and the immigration system publishes lists of eligible programmes. Check that your course is on the eligible list, then follow the online visa process.
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First-year tuition is listed at 11,950 EUR. Living costs are extra; University of Limerick estimates 10,000 EUR a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 50 EUR. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a foundation or pathway. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
You need a Study visa, decided by Immigration Service Delivery (Irish Department of Justice). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
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