Institute of Business and Technology

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications:

• Leaving Certificate: Grade O6/H7 or better in 5 subjects, including English and Mathematics
  OR
• Overseas Qualifications: Must align with a level-7 Business award in the QQI standard. IBAT College Dublin uses the NARIC system for qualification comparison
• Mature Applicants:
• Must be at least 23 years old by 1st January of the year of admission
• No standard academic entry required, but applicants must provide evidence of prior learning, work experience, motivation, and commitment (CV, personal statement, work references, and any relevant training courses)
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
• Applicants with relevant prior learning may enter directly into Stage 2 or the Award Stage.

English Language Requirements:

• Native English speakers: No further proof required
• Non-native speakers: IELTS Academic score of 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent
• Alternative: Duolingo English Test with a minimum score of 105 (equivalent to IELTS 6.0)
• Other Qualifications: If you completed your final education in English, consult with the Admissions Team for validation awards. 

Proof of Finance Requirement:

You’ll need to show you can cover €10,000 per year to cover living costs in Ireland, in addition to your course fees.  

There are two easy ways to do this: 

Bank statements

• 6-month account history
• Proof of savings or sponsorship

Education bond

•  €10,000 payment option
• Approved by Department of Justice

Visa Information and Medical Insurance

• Depending on your nationality, you may be required to apply for a visa to study in Ireland.
• It is the enrolling student’s responsibility to inform us when they have submitted their visa application. A visa reference number and date of submission is required.
• If your visa application is refused, a refund (minus a €250 administration fee and €130 medical insurance, if MI has been purchased through the college) will be returned to you. Please note that we reserve the right not to refund fees where false, fraudulent, or fake documents have been submitted as part of a visa application.
• If your visa application is successful, you must send confirmation to us directly with a copy of the stamp on your passport.
• Please allow sufficient time to process the visa application, as it can take anywhere from 4 to 16 weeks. you will also need to notify us when you hope to travel before the start of the course so that we can provide you with additional details, such as accommodation, timetables, registration, induction schedules, and possible part-time job opportunities available (if required).