The IMCP prepares international students for Health Science degrees in Ireland, with science, academic and English language preparation for progression to Medical and Allied Health programmes.
This integrated, streamlined and innovative programme will prepare students for study in the fields of Medicine, Nursing, Podiatric Medicine, Occupational Therapy or Speech & Language Therapy.
Students study on the MTU Kerry campus, with access to university facilities, library services, virtual learning resources and a range of student support services.
The IMCP is devised and accredited by (RCSI) University of Medicine and Health Sciences and Munster Technological University (MTU). The IMCP is accredited by the RCSI and leads to the award of the Certificate in Biomedical Sciences (Special Purpose Award; NFQ Level 6 equating to 30 ECTS).
About the IMCP
MTU provide the teaching infrastructure – the MTU campus, library services, virtual learning environment, administration of exams and elements of academic teaching and OnCampus Ireland, Tralee provide the English language teaching (ACELS & EAQUALS accredited) and a range of non-academic support services for the students including, pre-arrival assistance, airport pick-up, accommodation services, health and wellbeing, out of hours emergency contact, meet & greet and orientation into Irish life & culture through a range of extracurricular activities.
The programme runs over two semesters one intake only, from September to May, combining science subjects, academic English, medical English and university study skills to prepare students for degree-level study. Students will study up to 25 hours per week.
Academic entry requirements for Medicine at University of Galway:
Grade A in 3 A Level subjects, including Chemistry and another subject of Biology, Physics or Maths
36 points, excluding bonus points, in the International Baccalaureate with minimum H6 in Chemistry and HL Biology
Other examinations will also be considered e.g. National High School exams, AP, SAT, etc
English: IELTS of 6.5 with no component less than 6.5 or TOEFL equivalent. In addition to the above minimum academic requirements, applicants must successfully complete an interview with the School of Medicine at the University of Galway
Exams are held at the end of each semester with one Continuous Assessment in each module during semester I & II. Continuous Assessments in Scientific Modules are worth 30% and the end of semester exam is worth 70%.
Students are obliged to take IELTS at the end of Semester I & II until they meet their exit requirement.
Marks and Standards are approved by RCSI Academic Council/Medicine and Health Sciences Board annually.
RCSI nominates external examiners for English language modules and Science modules.
On completion of the IMCP students can progress to one of the following degrees:
- Medicine
- 6-year degree at the University of Galway
- Nursing
- 4-year degree at the University of Galway or MTU, Tralee
- Podiatric Medicine
- 4-year degree at the University of Galway
- Occupational Therapy
- 4-year degree at the University of Galway
- Speech and Language Therapy
- 4-year degree at the University of Galway
Students are guaranteed progression on successful completion of the IMCP.
Exit Requirements for Progression to Destination University is a minimum 50% Pass Grade of all IMCP Modules and an IELTS of 6.5 overall with no component less than 6.5 for UOG Medicine and an IELTS of 6.5 overall with no component less than 6.0 all other destination programmes.
IMCP Modules
*Electives
**All students will be assigned to English for Academic Purposes 1 or 2 based on language proficiency.
| Semester | Module Code | Module Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSIO61004 | Human Physiology 1 |
| 1 | BIOL61006 | Introduction to Human Biology 1 |
| 1 | CHEM61008 | Introduction to General Chemistry 1 |
| 1 | HLTH61016 | Health and Wellbeing* |
| 1 | COMM61050 | Intercultural Communication* |
| 1 | EDUC61026 | Learning at University* |
| 1 | PHYS61001 | Introduction to General Physics 1 |
| 1 | N/A | IELTS/ English for Medical Studies |
| 2 | PSIO61005 | Human Physiology 2 |
| 2 | BIOL61007 | Introduction to Human Biology 2 |
| 2 | CHEM61009 | Introduction to General Chemistry 2 |
| 2 | ENGL61007 | English for Academic Purposes 1** |
| 2 | ENGL61008 | English for Academic Purposes 2** |
| 2 | PHYS61002 | Introduction to General Physics 2 |
| 2 | N/A | IELTS/ English for Medical Studies |