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Foundation of English Cambridge Advanced Examination Course
- Dublin, Ireland
- 0.25 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
Cambridge C1 Advanced exam-preparation course of 20 lessons a week, In Dublin.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Improve relevant reading
- Writing
- Listening and speaking skills
- Practise communication in academic or everyday contexts
- And develop greater confidence using the target language.
Career outcomes
- English Cambridge Advanced (CAE) Examination Course Specialist
- English Cambridge Advanced (CAE) Examination Course Associate
Curriculum
- Twenty group lessons a week in a 12-week session training exam technique across all language skills for the Certificate in Advanced English. Written and oral assessments
- Progress reports
- Academic support
- Supervised study and a course diploma are included
- The Emerald centre hosts the Cambridge exam.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Age 18+
- CEFR C1
- Entrance test
- Minimum number of participants.
Accepted academic background
No academic qualification published, Age 18+, Placement test, CEFR A1-C1 on the course pages, Although the price-list terms say no beginner class is run (free pre-course assessment), Speaking Skills needs A2, Business and EAP need B2, IELTS prep from target 5.5, Cambridge needs an entrance test).
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- English Language Evidence (if applicable).
How to apply
- Choose a course and start date and confirm availability. Complete the online enrolment form or email admissions@eci. Ie
- 100 EUR registration fee applies. Pay the 250 EUR non-refundable deposit (deducted from fees)
- Balance is due one month before start. ECI issues the acceptance letter. Non-EU students who need a visa pay via the TransferMate escrow account
- Apply for the visa at irishimmigration. Ie with proof of funds and medical insurance. Register with INIS within 90 days of arrival (300 EUR).
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €4,080 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €100 EUR |
| Deposit | €10,745 EUR |
Program details
| Campus | Palmerston Park, Dublin |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Adult Courses |
| Department | Department of English Cambridge Advanced (CAE) Examination Course |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 15 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is €4,080 EUR per year. The application fee is €100 EUR. The deposit is €10,745 EUR. The estimated living cost is €16,020 EUR.

