FAQs

What documents do I need to apply?

You will need academic transcripts, high school certificate (if available), proof of English language proficiency and copy of passport. Please see entry requirements here.

Is there a January intake?

No, there is one intake annually in September each year.

Entry requirements for my country are not listed on the website. Where can I find them?

Please email IFP@tcd.ie confirming your country of residence and the degree you would like to study after the IFP, and we will confirm the entry requirements.

What are the English requirements?

Please see here for more information regarding the English language requirements for the undergraduate degree you wish to study.

Where is the IFP taught?

The IFP is taught at the Marino Institute of Education, an associated college of Trinity College Dublin. The Marino campus is approx. 20 minutes distance away from Trinity by bus.

Can I use the Trinity campus while studying at Marino?

Yes, while studying on the IFP you are both a Trinity and a Marino student and will have student cards for each institution. You can join the clubs and societies, use the library, and sports facilities and attend events at the Trinity campus, in fact, we want you to visit the Trinity campus as much as possible.

I have an EU passport, am I eligible for EU fees?

No, all students that join the IFP will remain Non-EU fee status for the duration of their degree. Please read more about how to determine your fee-paying status here. 

I have an EU passport, do I need to apply for a student visa?

No, you are not required to apply for a student visa.

Is accommodation included in the tuition fee?

No, accommodation and living costs are not included in the tuition fee.

Is there IFP on-campus accommodation available?

Yes, there is on-campus accommodation available, it is apartment-style living. Students have a private bedroom and bathroom and a shared living area.

Is there a minimum age or maximum age limit for entry onto the IFP?

The minimum age is 17 years old at the start of the programme. Students under the age of 17 may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Mature students are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The programme is not suitable for students that have completed more than one year of higher/further education.

Please do not hesitate to reach out at IFP@tcd.ie if you have any further questions.