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Why Choose Dorset College

Dorset College Dublin offers a unique learning experience to its student cohorts.  We offer a tailored orientation and welcome programme that enables the student to integrate seamlessly into student life in Ireland.  We meet students on arrival at the airport and can arrange quality accommodation with Host Families or self catering in carefully selected locations. 

Our dedicated International Office ensures that all our International Students are given the support that they require, and this includes extra language and tutor support.  Our environment is multicultural with Irish and International students from all over the world.

We offer a wide range of courses that are career and academically focused. Courses identified to meet the demands of the work place include: ACCA-Association of Certified Chartered Accountants, CompTIA A+, CISCO Certified Cisco Network Associate, MCSA/MCSE, (Information Technology), HETAC Higher Certificate in Business Studies, (Business)Montessori & Childcare Studies, Nursing Studies and Health Care Assistant (Humanities).

Full-time FETAC Level 5 courses provide direct entry to third level Certificate and Degree programmes in the Institutes of Technology and Universities in Ireland. As an alternative to repeating the Leaving certificate, choose a course in Marketing & Tourism or Nursing and acquire new skills, competencies and knowledge leading to a career path and/or progression on an academic route. Stepped progression allows students to consider their options fully and appreciate the commitment required to fulfil follow-on degree programmes. Classes are limited in size to ensure a personable experience and positive learning outcome.

All courses are validated by leading awarding bodies that are recognised internationally.  These include:

  • HETAC (Higher Education and Training Awards Council)
  • FETAC (Further Education and Training Awards Council)
  • ACCA (Association of Certified Chartered Accountants)
  • ACELS (Advisory Council for English Language Schools)

Specifically our English language training courses provide preparation for internationally recognised examinations that are used as a benchmark of quality in universities and the workplace. These include Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL, TIE and TOEIC.

  • Experienced, highly qualified teachers and college team
  • Quality Assured College; ACELS/FETAC/HETAC/ACCA etc.
  • Airport pick-up and transfer service
  • Central city location with easy access to all transport networks
  • Value for money
  • Medium sized school
  • Small to medium sized classes
  • Wide range of nationalities
  • Variety of activities
  • 'At home' atmosphere
  • Excellent accommodation / host families
  • English Language Courses General/Business/Examination/Combination
  • Academic & Professional Programmes with International Accreditation
  • Excellent facilities; Internet Access & Wi-Fi, Canteens, Study Room
  • Emergency contact and support
  • Special discounts