Proof of English language proficiency

Applicants whose first language is neither English nor Irish and who do not hold a Leaving Certificate qualification or who have not undertaken their matriculation examinations through English are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English. An IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent is required for entry to level 6 and level 7 programmes and a proficiency score of 6.0 on the IELTS scale or equivalent is required for level 8 programmes.  The applicant should produce certified evidence of English language proficiency with their application where such is necessary in order or their application to be assessed.