ACCESS/ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & PLACEMENT PROCEDURES

Please click here to view our Admission Policy: https://liffeycollege.ie/admission/

Please click here to access the online application form: https://apply.liffeycollege.ie/

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• New Learners will be interviewed on arrival at College and will be asked to take an online placement test in order to join classes that correspond to their current level and knowledge of English.

Effective procedures are in place to determine learners’ level of competence and/or other needs. New learners are required to take a computerised placement test during their induction. This will be followed by an oral test conducted by a member of the academic team. Learners will be assigned a starting level on the basis of these two placement tests.

After the start of the programme, levels can be changed based on in-class performance and tutor recommendation.

For more details please contact the Academic Team: dosefl@liffeycollege.ie.

MODE OF STUDY & SCHEDULE

FULL-TIME (15 Hours Per-week for 25 weeks)

• Morning Classes – Monday to Thursday (09:00 to 13:00) (4 DAYS) (subject to change)
• Afternoon Classes – Monday to Friday (13:45 to 17:00)  (5 DAYS) (subject to change)

Please Note: 375 hours of direct tuition and recommended minimum 125 hours of self-study (Total 500 hours).

PART-TIME (15 Hours Per-week for 11 weeks maximum)

• Morning Classes – As Above
• Afternoon Classes – As Above

• On-campus
• Independent study
• Supervised learning
• Technology assisted learning
• Clinics, Clubs
• Study groups
• Project-Based learning
• Extra-curricular activities
• Educational trips/field-trips (Compulsory to attend)
• Cultural, sports and social programmes
• Conversational & CV preparation classes (optional)
• Additional exam preparatory sessions (optional)

PLEASE NOTE:

• That due to unforeseen circumstances (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), learning (full & part time) may take place online or in blended form.
• How to use the learning platform/ELMS in the physical classroom: https://youtu.be/qrnaBxEDZP0
• A Learner who wishes to change their class time must complete a Learner “Class Time Change Request” through the learner login, please. https://student.liffeycollege.ie/home and pay the administration fee of €300 or fee difference in advance. In certain circumstances where the fee difference exceeds €300, you will be required to pay the additional amount to cover the cost difference. (i) Class time changes are subject to availability. (ii) Class level change is first come first serve basis along with subject to availability. (iii) Learner will be allowed to change their class time only twice (2) in 25 weeks. (iv) Timing cannot be changed in the same week (only the following week, i.e., staring on the following Monday).

TRANSFER/LEARNER CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

Learners at Liffey College are assessed on an on-going basis in order to continuously evaluate and record their progress throughout the duration of their time at the college. Liffey College operates a continuous assessment system to accommodate the learning needs of the learners completing long term courses (25 weeks).

Continuous Assessment through Weekly Progress Reports
Throughout your course, your progress is continuously monitored with weekly progress reports, which are accessible every Thursday or Friday via the student portal (https://student.liffeycollege.ie). These reports provide feedback on your class performance and highlight areas for improvement. Additionally, your tutor will review your progress with you in a feedback session every Monday to ensure you are on track.

Weekly Assessment
At Liffey College, we implement a system of weekly assessments focusing on different skills and in varying formats. These are often integrated into regular classroom activities to decrease the stress related to traditional assessment and exam settings.

Progress Tests – Weeks 6 and 12
In addition to continuous feedback, formal assessments called Progress Tests are conducted every six weeks (on Weeks 6 and 12 of each 12-week cycle). These tests assess your understanding of the syllabus content from the past six weeks, covering key areas like grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The results are evaluated according to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards.

Your scores in these tests will contribute to your eligibility for advancing to the next level. At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion, displaying your overall progress score and final grade classification:

Distinction (80%+),
Merit (65-79%),
Pass (50-64%).

For more updated information, please refer to this link: https://liffeycollege.ie/internal-assessment-examinations/

For the CEFR self-assessment grids, please refer to this link: Self-assessment Grids (CEFR)

PROGRESSION ROUTES

Liffey College in its drive to ensure the best possible outcomes for our learners have
formal agreements in place to allow our learners to move seamlessly into higher
educational programmes. Leaners, who successfully complete specific courses or
programs (such as our English course at Liffey College) to transition smoothly into a
degree program at the partner institution. Liffey College has Pathway agreements with
the various institutions.

Liffey College also partners with a range of organisations that helps us ensure that our
learners have the best experience while studying with us. This allows Liffey College to
benchmark itself against the highest standards and to ensure that we are always at the
forefront of ensuring the best for our learners. The complete list of organisations that
Liffey College has partnered with is available on our website, in the following sections:
Partners: https://liffeycollege.ie/certifications-partners/
Learner Counselling and Study Assistance: https://liffeycollege.ie/learner-counselling/
Career Guidance: https://liffeycollege.ie/career-guidance/

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

The Academic Committee selected the following (per level/course offered);

• A1 – “English File (Fourth Edition) – Elementary” Oxford University Press
• A2 – “English File (Fourth Edition) – Pre-Intermediate” Oxford University Press
• B1 – “English File (Fourth Edition)– Intermediate” Oxford University Press
• B2 – “English File (Third Edition) – Upper-Intermediate” Oxford University Press
• C1 – “English File (Third Edition) – Advanced” Oxford University Press

Learners can purchase books from the International Books Shop.

Alternatively, coursebooks may also be available for purchase directly from the College, subject to availability. The cost of a new book is €50.

If we have any used books available at your level, we will let you know. Prices for used books will vary depending on their condition.

We also encourage learners to swap books with each other when they progress to a new level. If preferred, learners may sell their books back to the College.

It is recommended but not compulsory at this time for learners to purchase a course book (subject to change).

Our General English programmes are delivered using the Liffey College online platform/ELMS. The platform is designed to track learner progress and enables learners to follow the lessons from home even if they miss class. Learners must have a functional device to access the online platform. A laptop or tablet is recommended.