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    Agreed entry requirements criteriafor EU/EFTA Applicants

    (other than Irish Leaving Certificate)

    Joint document of

    Full list of participating institutions page 7

    Last RevisionOctober 2015

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    Important NotePlease note this document refers to 2016 only. It is revised annually. It will, therefore, act as a

    guideline only. Adjustments to the guideline scoring may be required where changes occur in educational

    systems, or in trends in grades awarded, in any of the countries described in the document.

    If such changes are necessary for 2016 they will be highlighted on this page, with the date at which they areincorporated into the document.

    Country Change Date of change Effective from

    TOEFL Test Correction of error withregard to iBT

    3 December 2015 immediately

    Lithuania Correction in reference tobonus points for Maths

    8 March 2015 immediately

    Please note: the grading system for the Irish school-leaving examinations, and consequently the associated pointssystem, will be changing for 2017. Consequently, all subject entry requirements will be redefined in terms of the

    new grades for 2017 in addition to any re-alignments of points or other adjustments necessary.

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    Contents

    Table of ContentsImportant Note ...................................................................................................................... 2Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 4

    1.

    Background ................................................................................................................................ 42. Scope of the Document ................................................................................................................ 4

    3. Minimum Entry Requirements (Matriculation) .................................................................................. 44. English Language requirements ..................................................................................................... 5

    5. Application process ...................................................................................................................... 66. Evaluating Applications ................................................................................................................ 6

    7. Contact Information .................................................................................................................... 7

    Undergraduate Applications Appeals Process ......................................................................... 8

    Glossary ................................................................................................................................. 9Austria ................................................................................................................................. 10Belgium ................................................................................................................................ 12Bulgaria ............................................................................................................................... 14Croatia ................................................................................................................................. 16

    Cyprus .................................................................................................................................. 17Czech Republic ..................................................................................................................... 19

    Denmark .............................................................................................................................. 21Estonia ................................................................................................................................. 23Finland ................................................................................................................................. 25France .................................................................................................................................. 27

    Germany .............................................................................................................................. 29Greece .................................................................................................................................. 31Hungary ............................................................................................................................... 33Iceland ................................................................................................................................. 34Italy ..................................................................................................................................... 36

    Latvia ................................................................................................................................... 38

    Liechtenstein ........................................................................................................................ 40Lithuania .............................................................................................................................. 41

    Luxembourg ......................................................................................................................... 43Malta .................................................................................................................................... 45

    Netherlands ......................................................................................................................... 47Norway ................................................................................................................................ 48Poland .................................................................................................................................. 50Portugal ............................................................................................................................... 52Romania ............................................................................................................................... 54

    Scotland ............................................................................................................................... 56Slovakia ............................................................................................................................... 57Slovenia ............................................................................................................................... 59Spain .................................................................................................................................... 60Sweden ................................................................................................................................ 62

    Switzerland .......................................................................................................................... 65

    United Kingdom.................................................................................................................... 68A-level/GCSE ....................................................................................................................................... 68Cambridge Pre-U .................................................................................................................................. 70Welsh Baccalaureate ............................................................................................................................. 71

    Multi-national Qualifications ................................................................................................ 72European Baccalaureate ........................................................................................................................ 72International Baccalaureate ................................................................................................................... 74International Christian Certificate of Education (ICCE)............................................................................... 75

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    Introduction

    1. BackgroundThis document is based on a combination of information available from international qualifications recognition

    databases, historical data for admissions standards for entry in the past and examination performancestatistics where available. It will act as a guideline only.

    Adjustments to the guideline scoring may be required where changes occur in educational systems, or intrends in grades awarded, in any of the countries described in the document. The purpose of this documenton Guideline Entry Requirements for EU students presenting with qualifications (other than the Irish SchoolLeaving Certificate Examination) is to provide a framework for comparisons of European Union (EU) andEuropean Free Trade Association (EFTA) qualifications for entry to undergraduate Degree Programmes in IrishUniversities.

    This will facilitate applicants in understanding the factors that determine the minimum entry requirementsand the competitive entry requirements that equate with achievements in the school leaving qualifications in

    their country. However, applicants should be advised that in the case of high demand programmes, e.g.Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, other criteria may be also applied to particular examinationqualifications.

    This document is a policy document based on a draft document prepared to support a pilot scheme that wasimplemented in 2006 in the NUI Universities and RCSI. It has since been joined by Dublin City University,University of Limerick and Trinity College Dublin and, from 2014, Institutes of Technology Ireland.

    This document is the agreed criteria of the participating institutions and the equivalences will act asrecommendations and are not binding. It is planned to review and refine the document at the end of eachCAO season, with a view to publishing the scheme for the following years entry.

    2. Scope of the DocumentThis document covers admission to undergraduate courses in the participating Higher Education Institutions(HEIs) only. At undergraduate level, the HEIs offer courses spanning levels 6, 7, 8 on the NationalQualifications Framework (seewww.nfq.iefor details)

    Level 8 = Honours Bachelor Degree

    Level 7 = Ordinary Bachelor Degree

    Level 6 = Higher Certificate or Advanced Certificate

    Unless otherwise specified it refers to examination systems currently in operation. Applicants presenting olderexaminations or qualifications not listed should contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which they areapplying in advance of making an application. It will not be possible to review the recognition of aqualification following the issue of offers.

    3.

    Minimum Entry Requirements (Matriculation)The minimum standard in order to be eligible for consideration for admission is specified for Level 8 and Level6/7 in each country section. In all cases proof of English proficiency is required (see section4). It must benoted that for some HEIs and/or some courses the minimum eligibility may differ both in terms of grades andsubject requirements (e.g. for some HEIs Mathematics is required for matriculation). In addition there arespecific subject requirements for most courses and this document should be read in conjunction with the HEIsentry requirement literature.

    Only subjects which are normally recognised for purposes of admission to Irish Higher Education Institutionswill be considered. In general, vocational qualifications/subjects will not be considered for Level 8 courses.

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    In general, in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate matriculation for level 8 degreesis either

    2 honour matric i.e. 6 subjects at ordinary level D3 or better including 2 with minimum of C3 at higher

    level or

    3 honour matric i.e. 6 subjects at ordinary level D3 or better including 3 with minimum of C3 at higherlevel.

    For level 7/6 awards, matriculation is normally

    5 subjects at ordinary level D3 or better

    Please note: entry to undergraduate courses in Ireland, and especially Level 8, is competitive andattainment of the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee a place. A points scoring system is inoperation. It is not possible to forecast how many points will be required for a particular course until thecurrent years examination results are known (August each year).

    Only recognised subjects are considered. In general subjects deemed equivalent to a subject offered in theIrish Leaving Certificate or listed on the A-level list of recognised subjects are considered. If you arepresenting subjects not listed, please contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you are applying.

    4. English Language requirementsTeaching in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) is normally through the medium of English; therefore all

    applicants are required to demonstrate a high level of Competence in English Language:Applicants whosefirst language is not English must provide evidence of equivalent Competence in English Language,through their school leaving examination or matriculation examination or by achieving the minimum standard(there may be higher levels for particular programmes in individual institutions) in a recognisedEnglish language test, as outlined below:

    The appropriate minimum score in the following English Language Examinations

    I Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

    A minimum score of 600 with Test of Written English at 475+ (ora minimum score of 90 Internet based, with a score of at least 21 in the Writing Section.

    II International English Language Testing System (IELTS)Test Patterns A and B, with an average score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.00 in eachband.

    III University of Cambridge:180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e.Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1)

    IV English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP):With grade C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

    UK Examining Boards/BodiesGCE O Level English Language at Grade C or aboveGCSE English Language at Grade C or aboveGCSE English Literature at Grade C or aboveCSE Grade 1 Pass in English

    University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES)with English at grade C or above (incorporating the Oxford Examining Bodys English as a ForeignLanguage (Higher Paper)

    EU Countries Matriculation Examination1

    Matriculation Examinations from European Countries where English is presented as a subject and anacceptable level is achieved.

    Where an English proficiency test which is scored on the Common European Framework of Reference(CEFR) is presented as part of a school-leaving qualification, grade must be C1/C2.

    1English requirements may vary for HEIs and individual coursesplease consult HEI websites for details.

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    National University of Ireland MatriculationEnglish at Level 4 or above before 1985; at Level D or above in or after 1985

    Pearson English language text (PTE Academic):minimum of 63 (with at least 59 for each item). (not currently accepted by DCU)

    QQI FETAC ESLDistinction in the module English as a Second Language

    Or an equivalent level of English in a recognised examination

    Proficiency tests are used to meet entry requirements but do not count towards points scores.

    Note: Where an applicant shows evidence of hearing impairment which meets the requirements for access,the English language requirements can be met without the hearing and speaking components

    5. Application processApplicants must apply through the Central Applications System (CAO). Complete information on the CAOsystem is available in the CAO Handbook and is also available on the CAO Website at www.cao.ie. Eachapplication must be accompanied by appropriate documentation as outlined below.

    Documentation to be submitted with CAO Application FormWhen submitting an application to the CAO it must be accompanied by the following documentation (orfollowed by the documentation if applying on-line):

    Certified true copy of official transcripts of academic results

    In some cases, the final school report is also required (to show the full range of subjects taken)

    A certified English translation is required in the case of qualifications not issued originally in English orIrish, in addition to the certified A4 photocopies of the documents themselves.

    In the absence of these documents and translations the application may not be processed. Applicants who areawaiting current year examination results must forward their results as soon as they become available to theCAO and if they are available after 1st August applicants are advised to also FAX or email a copy to the

    Admissions Officer of the relevant HEI. For applicants who are successful in their application, original copies ofthe above documentation will be required by the HEI at registration for verification. Offers of places areprovisional until such time as all Registration formalities have been completed within the University.

    6. Evaluating ApplicationsWhen EU applicants results are being evaluated it will be on the basis of the results of any one examinationtaken in a single sitting (insofar as it is possible with the relevant examination system).

    The first stage of the evaluation process requires an applicants results to meet the Minimum EntryRequirements/Matriculation and specific subject requirements of a programme.

    The second stage of the evaluation process involves ranking the applicants results relative to other EU

    applicants. All EU applicants will compete on equivalences as outlined in the tables, which follow.

    It should be noted that where subjects are being presented to meet course or matriculation requirements,then only those subjects which have an appropriate weighting in the relevant examination and are recognisedfor matriculation/entry purposes by Higher Education Institutions which are party to this document, will beconsidered. For each European Union country the recognised examinations, matriculation requirements andthe method of calculating indicative points score (IPS) are now presented in alphabetical order in the pages,which follow.

    In some HEIs non-EU applicants apply direct to the HEI. Please check your fees status with the institutions towhich you are applying if in doubt.

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    7. Contact InformationThe following institutions are participating in this scheme:

    Name Address Website

    Athlone Institute of Technology Dublin Road, Athlone, CoWestmeath

    www.ait.ie

    Cork Institute of Technology Bishopstown, Cork www.cit.ieDublin City University Glasnevin, Dublin 9 www.dcu.ieDublin Institute of Technology 143-149 Rathmines Road,

    Dublin 6www.dit.ie

    Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Designand Technology

    Kill Avenue, Dun Laoghaire,Co Dublin

    www.iadt.ie

    Dundalk Institute of Technology Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co Louth www.dkit.ieGalway-Mayo Institute of Technology Dublin Road, Galway www.gmit.ieInstitute of Technology, Blanchardstown Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 www.itb.ieInstitute of Technology, Carlow Kilkenny Road, Carlow,

    Co Carlowwww.itcarlow.ie

    Institute of Technology, Sligo Ballinode, Sligo www.itsligo.ie

    Institute of Technology, Tallaght Tallaght, Dublin 24 www.it-tallaght.ieInstitute of Technology, Tralee Clash, Tralee, Co Kerry www.ittralee.ieLetterkenny Institute of Technology Port Road, Letterkenny,

    Co Donegalwww.lyit.ie

    Limerick Institute of Technology Moylish Park, Limerick www.lit.ieMaynooth University Maynooth, Co Kildare www.maynoothuniversity.ieNational University of Ireland, Galway Newcastle, Galway www.nuigalway.ieRoyal College of Surgeons in Ireland 123 St. Stephens Green, Dublin

    2www.rcsi.ie/admissions

    Trinity College College Green, Dublin 2 www.tcd.ieUniversity College Cork (NUI) Western Road, Cork www.ucc.ieUniversity College Dublin (NUI) Belfield, Dublin 4 www.ucd.ie

    University of Limerick Plassey Technological Park,Limerick

    www.ul.ie

    Waterford Institute of Technology Cork Road, Waterford www.wit.ie

    Queries should be addressed to the Admissions Officer of the HEI applied for not CAO

    http://www.ait.ie/http://www.ait.ie/http://www.cit.ie/http://www.cit.ie/http://www.dcu.ie/http://www.dcu.ie/http://www.dit.ie/http://www.dit.ie/http://www.iadt.ie/http://www.iadt.ie/http://www.dkit.ie/http://www.dkit.ie/http://www.gmit.ie/http://www.gmit.ie/http://www.itb.ie/http://www.itb.ie/http://www.itcarlow.ie/http://www.itcarlow.ie/http://www.itsligo.ie/http://www.itsligo.ie/http://www.it-tallaght.ie/http://www.it-tallaght.ie/http://www.ittralee.ie/http://www.ittralee.ie/http://www.lyit.ie/http://www.lyit.ie/http://www.lit.ie/http://www.lit.ie/http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/http://www.nuigalway.ie/http://www.nuigalway.ie/http://www.rcsi.ie/admissionshttp://www.rcsi.ie/admissionshttp://www.tcd.ie/http://www.tcd.ie/http://www.ucc.ie/http://www.ucc.ie/http://www.ucd.ie/http://www.ucd.ie/http://www.ul.ie/http://www.ul.ie/http://www.wit.ie/http://www.wit.ie/http://www.wit.ie/http://www.ul.ie/http://www.ucd.ie/http://www.ucc.ie/http://www.tcd.ie/http://www.rcsi.ie/admissionshttp://www.nuigalway.ie/http://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/http://www.lit.ie/http://www.lyit.ie/http://www.ittralee.ie/http://www.it-tallaght.ie/http://www.itsligo.ie/http://www.itcarlow.ie/http://www.itb.ie/http://www.gmit.ie/http://www.dkit.ie/http://www.iadt.ie/http://www.dit.ie/http://www.dcu.ie/http://www.cit.ie/http://www.ait.ie/
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    Undergraduate Applications AppealsProcess

    1. Applications presenting EU/EFTA qualifications are assessed on the basis of criteria published by theparticipating HEIs (in prospectuses and on websites) and in this document.

    2. Applicants who feel their application has not been fairly assessed should contact the Admissions Officer of therelevant Higher Education Institution (HEI) in the first instance.

    3. The Admissions Officer will look into the issue. If the issue is one of interpretation or substantial newdocumentation, which, for good reason, was not available at time of original assessment, it can be resolvedlocally.

    4. If the issue requires a review of the agreed criteria, it will have to be referred to the Standing Committee ofAdmissions Officers.

    5. In the event that the outcome of the appeal does not satisfy the applicant, a further and final appeal may bemade to the Registrar/Senior Lecturer of the relevant HEI. The Registrar/Senior Lecturer will consult with theother HEIs as appropriate.

    6. Please note appeals must be made within 20 days of the decision and must be made by the applicant. Wecannot enter in to correspondence with third parties.

    7. This appeals process operates in conjunction with any local appeals processes within the HEIs.

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    GlossaryCAO Central Applications Office

    EU European UnionAustria; Belgium; Bulgaria; Croatia; Cyprus; Czech Republic; Denmark; Estonia; Finland; France;Germany; Greece; Hungary; Ireland; Italy; Latvia; Lithuania; Luxembourg; Malta; Netherlands;Poland; Portugal; Romania; Slovakia; Slovenia; Spain; Sweden; United Kingdom

    EFTA European Free Trade Association:Iceland; Norway; Lichtenstein; Switzerland

    HEI Higher Education Institution

    IPS Indicative points score

    LC Irish Leaving Certificate

    Level 6 Higher Certificate seewww.nfq.iefor details of qualification framework

    Level 7 Ordinary degree seewww.nfq.iefor details of qualification framework

    Level 8 Honours degree seewww.nfq.iefor details of qualification framework

    Matric: Matriculation i.e. minimum requirement to be eligible for consideration for admission to theinstitution.

    Points The mechanism by which applicants who meet basic matriculation requirements are scored.Eligible applicants are ranked in descending points order and places allocated from the highestscore downwards until the programme is full.

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    Austria

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Reifeprfung/Matura (from Allgemeinbildendehhere Schulen

    Reifezeugnis/Maturezeugnis (from Allgemeinbildendehhere Schulen)

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 4 (scale 5-1 where 1 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric 2 subjects at grade 3 and 4 subjects at grade 4.

    3 honour matric 3 subjects at grade 3 and 3 subjects at grade 4.

    Level 7/6 5 subjects at grade 4.

    Single Sitting:All subjects are examined at the same time.

    English Language Competence: 3 or equivalent competence in English (see page3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 4HD3/OB3 4

    HC3 3HC1 3HB3 2HB1 2

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Average IPS

    1 6001.5 5002 400

    2.5 3003 200

    3.5 100

    Average = average score based on 6 best distinct subjects normally recognised by Irish Universities for admissionspurposes. Only examined subjects are used for points but 1 subject from school may be used to make the 6th formatriculation.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable as Maths is undifferentiated

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    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Reife- und Diplomprfung / Matura When awarded by a Berufsbildende Hhere Schule (BHS).

    Abschlussprfungszeugnis when studied for more than 3 years

    Diplom

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    BelgiumRecognised School-Leaving Qualification(s)

    Flanders Diplome van Secundaire Onderwijs

    Diploma van de Hogere Secundaire Technische School

    Wallonia Certificat d Enseignement Secondaire Superieur

    Diplme d'Accs l'Enseignment Suprieur

    Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts

    Diplme d'Aptitude Accder l'Enseignement Suprieur

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 5 (scale 1-10 where 10 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8 2 honour matric 2 subjects at grade 7 and 4 subjects at grade 5.

    3 honour matric 3 subjects at grade 7 and 3 subjects at grade 5

    Level 6/7 5 subjects at grade 5

    Single Sitting:All subjects are examined at the same time.

    Competence in English Language:7.5 or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Note: applications can only be considered if the examination results show the numbers of hours for each subject.

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    3 hour + 1 or 2 hourOD3 5 7

    HD3/OB3 6 9HC3 7HC1 7.5HB3 8HB1 9

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    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Average IPS

    10 6009 5408 4807 4206 3605 300

    Average = average mark based of the 6 best distinct subjects which must include at least 3 individual subjects of3 or more hours, normally recognised by Irish Universities for admissions purposes.

    In some districts, a grade is given for each of 4 semesters. These will be averaged to provide an overall grade persubject. In other districts, a single overall percentage is given which is an average of all subjects. This will be usedto calculate IPS.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Flanders Brevet van de Aanvullende Secundaire Beroepsschool

    Getuigschrift 6

    Wallonia

    Brevet de [subject area]

    Certificat de Qualification 6

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    Bulgaria

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s)

    CO(Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) NB this is only accepted

    with Matriculation [from Professionalni utchilichta schools].

    This is acceptable for programmes up to 500 points. For programmes over 500 points, applicants must alsopresent satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at a levelequivalent to that of the programme applied for.

    Guideline University RequirementsSubject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 3 (scale 2-6 where 6 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Pass in 5 subjects which must include both profile subjects and 2 subjects atgrade 5 or better

    3 honour matric Pass in 5 subjects which must include both profile subjects and 3 subjects atgrade 5 or better

    Level 7/6 Pass in 5 subjects which must include both profile subjects

    Note: in addition to Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie applicants must submit a school report showing all subjectstaken in final year.

    Competence in English Language: IELTS/TOEFL (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 3 (in subjects >= 144 hours in all cases)HD3/OB3 4

    HC3 5HC1 5HB3 6 or 5 in profile subjectHB1 6 or 5 in profile subject

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Average IPS

    6.0 5005.8 4804.8 4004.0 335

    The average as calculated on the certificate is used. For programmes over 500 points, applicants must alsopresent satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1st year in a recognised 3rd level institution at a levelequivalent to that of the programme applied for.

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    Bonus points for maths in 2016 not applicable

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Diploma of Completed Secondary Specialised Education)

    O(Diploma of Intermediate Higher Education)

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    Croatia

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s)

    Svjedodba o Maturi (Matura Certificate)or dravne maturefrom gymnazijum (Since 2009)

    Note: all qualifications are subject to annual review but, as this qualification has only been recognised in 2013, thescoring scheme will be monitored closely as we begin to receive applicants presenting this qualification.

    Guideline University RequirementsSubject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 2 (scale 1-5 where 5 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric 2 subjects at grade 3 and 4 subjects at grade 2. A minimum of 3 of the total

    of 6 subjects must be examined in the Matura3 honour matric 3 subjects at grade 3 and 3 subjects at grade 2. A minimum of 3 of the total

    of 6 subjects must be examined in the Matura

    Level 7/6 5 subjects at grade 2. A minimum of 3 of the subjects must be examined inthe Matura

    Note: in addition to Maturi applicants must submit a school report showing all subjects taken in final year.

    Competence in English Language:4 in Maturi at Extended level or equivalent English Language competence(see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:

    To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    Basic Level Extended LevelOD3 2 (school level acceptable) 2 (school level acceptable)

    HD3/OB3 3 Maturi 2 MaturiHC3 4 Maturi 3 MaturiHC1 4 Maturi 3 MaturiHB3 5 Maturi 4 MaturiHB1 5 Maturi 4 Maturi

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Score Advanced Basic

    5 165 1054 135 853 105 652 75 45

    Applicants are scored on a total of 4 distinct recognised subjects. Three advanced subjects will be necessary toobtain the maximum score of 600 If 4 Advanced subjects are presented, the lowest will be scored as for basiclevel.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016:Grade 2 or better in Advanced Maths

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    Cyprus

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Apolytirion of Lykeio (from 2010 only) is acceptable for programmes up to 500 points. For programmes over

    500 points, applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1 styear in a

    recognised 3rdlevel institution at a level equivalent to that of the programme applied for.

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs:15 (scale 0-20 where 20 is max)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric Overall minimum of 17 in Apolytirion

    3 honour matric Overall minimum of 17 in Apolytirion

    Level 7/6 Overall minimum of 10 in Apolytirion

    Competence in English Language: 18.75 or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 17HD3/OB3 18

    HC3 18.5

    HC1 18.75HB3 19HB1 19.5

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Overall Mark IPS

    20 50019.75 48019.5 46019 420

    18.5 380

    18 34017 260

    Provided there are adequate recognised subjects, the average as calculated on the Apolytirion will be used. Forprogrammes over 500 points, applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styearin a recognised 3rdlevel institution at a level equivalent to that of the programme applied for. Please note: this isunder active review.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016: Not applicable

    Pre 2010For consideration, applicants should present a recognised examination such as GCE A level, , or have successfullycompleted 1styear in a cognate subject in a recognised 3 rd level institution at a level equivalent to that of the

    programme applied for.

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    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Upper Secondary School (Techniki Scholi) Leaving Certificate (Apolytirio)

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    Czech Republic

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Vysvedcen o Maturitn Zkouce(Maturita), (BUT if awarded from technical/vocational schools NOT acceptable

    for level 8 courses)

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 4 (scale 5-1 where 1 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric Average of 3.5 in best 4 subjects

    3 honour matric Average of 3.5 in best 4 subjects

    Level 7/6 Average of 4 in best 4 subjects

    Note: in addition to Maturita applicants must submit a school report showing all subjects taken in final year.

    Competence in English Language: 2 or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 4HD3/OB3 3

    HC3 3HC1 2HB3 2HB1 1

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Each of the best four or five distinct subject scores (normally recognised by Irish Universities for admissionspurposes) scored will be scored as follows and summed) to get the indicative equivalence:

    Subjectgrades

    IPS

    1 1202 953 704 50

    Consequently, for programmes with points requirement of 480 and over, applicants will be required to presentwith a minimum of 5 subjects

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable

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    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Vysvedcen o Maturitn Zkouce (Maturita), (from technical/vocational schools)

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    Denmark

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Bevis for Studentereksamen

    Bevis for Hjere Forberedelseseksamen

    National Academic Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) ratingGCE A Level equivalent

    Format of Examinations

    Number of subjectsStudents take 14+ subjects but present 10 for examination

    Pre 2007: usually 4 at higher level. 2 at intermediate and 10+ others

    Grading SystemA numerical scale is used; 2 is the minimum pass mark, 12 is the maximum; 0 and -3 fail grades. NB not allnumbers are used.

    Prior to 2007 a scale of 1 13 was used, with six being the minimum pass mark. (6 = just acceptableperformance & 12 is not used)

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 2 (Scale 2-12 with 12 as maximum).Prior to 2007, 6 in years work and 6 in end-of-year exam (scale 1-13 with 13 as maximum. The mark 12 is notused)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric 2 subjects with grade 7 and 4 subjects with grade 2

    3 honour matric 3 subjects with grade 7 and 3 subjects with grade 2

    Level 7/6 5 subjects with grade 2

    Prior to 2007:

    Level 8

    2 honour matric 2 subjects with grade 9 and 4 subjects grade 6

    3 honour matric 3 subjects with grade 9 and 3 subjects grade 6

    Level 7/6 5 subjects with grade 6

    Competence in English Language: 7 or equivalent English Language competence for exams post 2006 (seepage 3)

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    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    IrishLeaving Cert

    Current Bevis Bevis pre 2007

    OD3 Level B Grade 2 Level B Grade 7HD3/OB3 Level B Grade 7 /Level A Grade 4

    Level B Grade 9 /Level A Grade 7

    HC3 Level A Grade 7 Level A Grade 8HC1 Level A Grade 7 Level A Grade 9HB3 Level A Grade 10 Level A Grade 10HB1 Level A Grade 10 Level A Grade 11

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate points

    As a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows (Provided there areadequate distinct recognised subjects, the average as calculated on the Bevis will be used:

    Average IPS12 60010 5209 4807 4004 280

    Pre 2007

    Average IPS

    13 60011 50010 4509 400

    8 350

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Bonus points of 25 will be awarded for Level A Maths grade 4 or better

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Bevis for Hjere Handelseksamen (HHX)

    Bevis for Hjere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) (Higher Commerce Examination)

    Higher Technical Examination Certificate)

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    Estonia

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Gmnaasiumi lputunnistus (from 2007 only) is acceptable for programmes up to 500 points. For programmes

    over 500 points, applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in arecognised 3rdlevel institution at the equivalent of level 8

    Gmnaasiumi lputunnistus with the Riigieksamitunnistus(Secondary School Leaving Certificate with the StateExamination Certificate)

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs:50% or 3 (scale either percentage or 1-5 where 5 isbest)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Pass in 6 subjects including minimum 3 at State level and all with minimum6 courses.

    3 honour matric Pass in 6 subjects including minimum 3 at State level and all with minimum6 courses.

    Level 7/6 Pass in 5 subjects and all with minimum 6 courses

    Note: in addition to Gmnaasiumi lputunnistus applicants must submit a school report showing all subjects takenin final year.

    Competence in English Language:4 at State level or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 3HD3/OB3 3

    HC3 4HC1 4HB3 5HB1 5

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Average IPS

    5 5004.8 4804.2 4204 400

    3.6 3603 300

    The average is calculated on the best 6 distinct subjects normally recognised by Irish Universities for admissionspurposes with a weighting of state level 3:school 2.For programmes over 500 points, applicants must also present

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    satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at a level equivalent tothat of the programme applied for.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016: not applicable

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 only

    The following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Lputunnistus kutsekeskhariduse omandamise kohta(Vocational Secondary Education Certificate)

    Lputunnistus phihariduse baasil kutsekeskhariduse omandamise kohta (Vocational Secondary EducationCertificate (post-basic education))

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    Finland

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Ylioppilastutkintotodistus / studentexamen (Matriculation Examination)

    Lukionpsttodistus /Studentexamsbetyg (NB: Ammatillinenperustutkinto / yrkesinriktadgrundexamen is not recognised)

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs:A in Ylioppilastutkintotodistus or 5 in Lukion (scale 4-10 where 10 is best)

    Note: applicants must submit results of both examinations to enable eligibility to be assessed.

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standard

    may be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Total of 6 subjects passed, of which at least 4 must be from matric with 2 atGrade M and 2 at Grade A. The remaining subjects can be taken fromLeaving Cert or matric.

    3 honour matric Minimum of 6 subjects with Grade 5 including 3 subjects at Advanced Levelin the Ylioppilastutkintotodistus with grade M

    Level 7/6 Total of 5 subjects passed in Leaving Cert or matric with minimum passlevel.

    Competence in English Language: M in the Ylioppilastutkintotodistus/ Studentexamsbetyg or Grade 8 in English

    A1, B1 in Lukion Psttodistus or Grade 10 in B2 B3 English in Lukion Psttodistus or equivalent EnglishLanguage competence (see page 3).

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    IrishLeaving

    Cert

    Ylioppilastutkintotodistus Lukion

    Advanced Basic

    OD3 A (Pass) A (Pass) 5HD3/OB3 A (Pass) B (Satisfactory) 7

    HC3 B (Satisfactory) C (Good) 8HC1 C (Good) M (Very good) 8HB3 M (Very good) E (Exceptionally Good) 9HB1 M (Very good) E (Exceptionally Good) 9

    Note: grade E did not exist before 1996

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    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    SubjectGrade

    IPS persubject

    L 120E 100

    M 90C 80B 65A 55

    The scores of the best 4 or 5 distinct subjects passed in a single sitting the Ylioppilastutkintotodistus (subjectsnormally recognised by Irish Universities for admissions purpose) are totalled. Sample: 480 is LLLL, LEECC

    For programmes with a Leaving Certificate points requirement of 500 and over, applicants will be required topresent with a minimum 5 matriculation subjects

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    25 additional points will be awarded a pass in Advanced Level Mathematics in the matriculation.

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    France

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Diplme du Baccalaurat Gnral

    Option Internationale du Baccalaurat

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 10. (scale 0-20 where 20 is best)

    Where there is a specific subject mark requirement, that subject must have a coefficient of at least 3 in theparticular optiontaken.

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Overall 10 with a minimum of 6 acceptable subjects

    3 honour matric Overall 10 with a minimum of 6 acceptable subjects

    Level 7/6 Overall 10 with a minimum of 5 acceptable subjects

    Single Sitting:It is normal for some subjects to be examined in the year prior to the final examination. This isacceptable provided the examined subjects cover only 2 consecutive years.

    Competence in English Language: 12 coefficient> 5 and 14 otherwise or equivalent English Languagecompetence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, use

    the following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    Coefficient 5

    OD3 12 10HD3/OB3 13 11

    HC3 14 12HC1 14.5 12.5HB3 15 13HB1 16 14

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    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows, provided adequatedistinct recognised subjects are presented:

    Moyennesur 20

    IPS

    20 600

    19 57018 55017 53516 52015 51014 47013 44012 39011 34510 250

    The percentages of students attaining each level in the French Baccalaureate are compared with the percentagesof students attaining the various points levels in the Irish leaving certificate and the comparison is determined on

    that basis. The uneven relationship between IPS and French Baccalaureate scores reflects the distribution ofresults.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    25 additional points will be awarded for Mathematics grade 10 or better with a minimum co-efficient of 5

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 courses in related areas only. They willbe scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Brevet de Technicien

    Brevet Professionnel

    Diplme du Baccalaurat Professionnel

    Diplme du Baccalaurat Technologique

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    Germany

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Abitur

    Zeugnis der Allgemein Hochschulreife

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 4 (scale 0-15 where 15 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric 6 subjects (examined or final school year) and minimum Durchschnittsnoteof 3.5

    3 honour matric Overall minimum of 3.0 in the Durchschnittsnote. Six subjects (examined orfinal year) to include English, mathematics and another language. Grade 10in three examined subjects must also be presented.

    Level 7/6 5 subjects (examined or final school year) and minimum Durchschnittsnote 4

    Competence in English Language: 11 at standard or 9 at intensive or equivalent English Language competence(see page 3)

    Single Sitting:All 4 subjects must be examined at the same time.

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, use

    the following table:

    Sample subject grades (examined):

    Standard Intensive

    OD3 4 (a non-examined subject at grade 13may be used for this, except for English)

    4

    HD3/OB3 7 (a non-examined subject at grade 13may be used for this, except for English)

    4

    HC3 10 7HC1 11 9HB3 12 10HB1 12 11

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline, assuming there are sufficient distinct recognised subject, it is anticipated that the indicativeequivalence will be based on the Durchschnittsnote and calculated as follows:

    Durchschnittsnote IPS

    1.0 6001.5 5002.0 4002.5 3003.0 2003.5 100

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    25 additional points will be awarded for an examined mathematics grade 4 at intensive level.

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    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may only be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 qualifications in related areas. Theywill be scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Berufsfachschulabschluss (Assistentenberufe / Vollqualifizierende Berufsausbildung) (from 2013)

    Berufsfachschulabschluss (Mittlerer Schulabschluss) (from 2013)

    Berufsfachschulabschluss (until 2012) if studied for 2 years or more

    Fachgebundene Hochschulreife / Fachhochschulreife

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    Greece

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s)Apolytirion of Lykeio is acceptable for programmes up to 500 points. For programmes over 500 points, applicantsmust also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at alevel equivalent to that of the programme applied for. (NB: Apolytirion of Gymnasio is not acceptable)

    Prior to 2001, a separate certificate General (University) Entrance Examination was also needed.

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 10 (scale 0-20 where 20 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric Overall minimum of 17 in Apolytirion with 6 subjects 17 or better3 honour matric Overall minimum of 17 in Apolytirion with 6 subjects 17 or better

    Level 7/6 Overall minimum of 14 in Apolytirion with 5 subjects 17 or better

    Competence in English Language: 18.75 or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 17HD3/OB3 18

    HC3 18.5HC1 18.75HB3 19HB1 19.5

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    OverallMark

    IPS

    20 50019.8 48019.5 46019 420

    18.5 38018 340

    17.5 30017 260

    Provided there are adequate distinct recognised subjects, the average as calculated on the Apolytirion will be used.For programmes over 500 points, applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1 styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at a level equivalent to that of the programme applied for.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable

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    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may only be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 qualifications in related areas. Theywill be scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    (Higher Diploma Cycle B (TEE))

    - / /(Diplomaof Vocational School (Lykeio))

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    Hungary

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Erettsegi Bizonytvny/ Matura(NB NOTErettsegi awarded by Szakkozepiskola see below)

    National Academic Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) rating

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 2 (scale 1-5 where 5 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric Pass in a minimum of 2 subjects at advanced level and 3 at intermediate.

    3 honour matric Pass in a minimum of 2 subjects at advanced level and 3 at intermediate.

    Level 7/6 Pass in a minimum of 5 subjects at intermediate level.

    Note: in addition to Matura applicants must submit a school report showing all subjects taken in final year.

    Competence in English Language: 4 or equivalent English Language (advanced) competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 2 (Inter)

    HD3/OB3 3 (Inter)/2 (Adv)HC3 3. (Adv)HC1 3. (Adv)HB3 4 (Adv)HB1 4 (Adv)

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline, it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows, counting the best 5subjects which must include 2 advanced and 3 intermediate subjects and using only distinct recognised subjects.In addition a bonus is given for a 6thsubject:

    Grade IPS

    Advanced Intermediate Bonus for 6thsubject

    5 170 75 354 135 60 303 100 45 202 70 30 15

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    25 additional points will be awarded for a grade 3 or better in Advanced level Mathematics.

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 qualifications in related areas only. Theywill be scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Szakkzpiskola rettsgi Bizonytvny (Vocational Secondary School Leaving Certificate)

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    IcelandAs an EFTA country Iceland is considered as an EU country for admissions purposes

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Studentsprof (from Gymnasium)

    University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 5 (on a scale of 0-10 where 10 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric Overall average score of 5, with at least 7 in 2 of the subjects.

    3 honour matric Overall average score of 5, with at least 7 in 3 of the subjects.

    Level 7/6 Overall average score of 5

    Note: Applicants must submit a report showing all subjects taken in final year.

    English Language Competence: 7or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades

    (4 credit or better):OD3 5HD3/OB3 6

    HC3 7HC1 7HB3 8HB1 9

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline, it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Average IPS

    10 600

    9 5708 4957 4056 3105 300

    Where a weighted average is provided on the result report this will be used. Otherwise, the average will becalculated on the best 10 recognised subjects of 4 credits or more (distinct subjects normally recognised by IrishUniversities for admissions purpose in all cases.)

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable.

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    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 qualifications in related areas only. Theywill be scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Stdentsprf (from a Technical / Vocational School)(Matriculation Certificate)

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    Italy

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s)

    Esame di Stato (from 1999)

    Diploma di Maturit: (up until 1999)

    These are acceptable for programmes up to 550 points. For programmes over 550 points, applicants must alsopresent satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at theequivalent of level 8

    The exam must be from a Liceo of one of the following types:

    Classica

    Scientifica

    Tecnica

    Linguistica Magistrale

    Artistica

    Note: Liceo Professionale not accepted.

    University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 6

    NB applicants must present a school report showing grades attained in each subject

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Overall 70%, with 6 recognised subjects taken over the final two years ofhigher secondary school

    3 honour matric Overall 70%, with 6 recognised subjects taken over the final two years ofhigher secondary school

    Level 7/6 Overall 60%, with 5 recognised subjects taken over the final two years ofhigher secondary school

    English Language Competence: 80% or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3)

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    OD3 6HD3/OB3 7

    HC3 7HC1 8HB3 8HB1 9

    http://www.internationalcomparisons.org.uk/html/cert.asp?file=diplo3&country=italyhttp://www.internationalcomparisons.org.uk/html/cert.asp?file=diplo8&country=italyhttp://www.internationalcomparisons.org.uk/html/cert.asp?file=diplo8&country=italyhttp://www.internationalcomparisons.org.uk/html/cert.asp?file=diplo3&country=italy
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    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    Overall % IPS

    100% 55095% 53090% 51085% 48580% 46075% 42570% 38565% 34560% 300

    School report showing subjects taken in final exams must be submitted applicants will not normally be assessedin the absence of this.

    Due to high numbers achieving max scores, and the fact that Italian Universities will often use matriculation/entryexams, for programmes over 550 points applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject in auniversity entrance exam or at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at a level equivalent to that of theprogramme applied for.

    Note: for Science, Agriculture, Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine a science based matriculation isgenerally required.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable

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    Latvia

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s)

    Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibuDiploma of General Secondary Education AND

    Sekmju izrakstsStatement of Record showing positive assessment in subjects taught in chosen profile andalso in national examinations certified by a General Secondary Education Certificate (Visparejas videjasizglitibas sertifikats)

    Both these documents certify the completion of the general secondary education and entitle a graduate tocontinue to higher education and together are acceptable for programmes up to 500 points. For programmesover 500 points, applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in arecognised 3rdlevel institution at the equivalent of level 8

    NB applicants must present a school report showing grades attained in each subject

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs:40% examined or 5 at school level

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Pass in 6 recognised subjects which should include at 55% in at least 2examined subjects.

    3 honour matric Pass in 6 recognised subjects which should include at 55% in at least 3examined subjects.

    Level 7/6 Award of Atestats par visparejovidejoizglitibu

    Pre 2009:

    Level 82 honour matric Grade C/6 in 2 subjects at Advanced level and remainder at least grade D

    3 honour matric Grade C/6 in 3 subjects at Advanced level and remainder at least grade D

    Level 7/6 Award of Atestats par visparejovidejoizglitibu

    NB applicants must present a school report showing grades attained in each subject

    English Language Competence:Grade B in Advanced level or equivalent English Language competence ( seepage 3).

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    Current 2009-15 Pre 2009OD3 40% or 5 at school level D or 5 at school Level D or 4 at Basic Level

    HD3/OB3 50% D Examined D or 4 at Advanced levelHC3 60% C Examined C or 6 at Advanced levelHC1 70% C Examined C or 7 at Advanced levelHB3 75% B Examined B or 8 at Advanced levelHB1 85% B Examined B or 9 at Advanced level

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

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    Scoring Scheme for results2009 and onwards

    AverageGrade

    IPS

    80%+ 50070% 465

    60%+ 43050% 375

    40% 31530% 28520% 250

    Applicants will be scored on their best 6 subjects (normally recognised by Irish Universities for admissionspurposes) which must include at least 3 state examined subjects. The maximum attainable in this examination is500.

    Scoring Scheme for results pre 2009

    Grade Score

    A 85B 70C 55

    D 40

    The points score is calculated on the total of best 6 distinct subjects (normally recognised by Irish Universities foradmissions purposes), which must include 5 compulsory subjects and those at advanced level.

    For programmes over the maximum attainable, applicants must also present satisfactory results in a cognatesubject at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at a level equivalent to that of the programme appliedfor.

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable as Mathematics in Latvia is not offered at 2 levels.

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Level 6/7 onlyThe following qualifications may be recognised for admission to Level 6/7 qualifications in related areas only. Theywill be scored to a maximum of 400 points:

    Diploms par arodizgltbu(Diploma of Vocational Education)

    Diploms par profesionlo vidjo izgltbu (level III)(Diploma of Secondary Professional Education)

    Diploms par videjo arodizglitibu (Diploma of Secondary Vocational Education)

    Diploms T par vidjo specilo izgltbu(Diploma T of Specialised Secondary Education)

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    LiechtensteinAs an EFTA country Liechtenstein is considered as an EU country for admissions purposes

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Matura certificate (Type B or Type E) )

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs:4 (on a scale of 2-6 where 6 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 82 honour matric A minimum of 4 in all 5 subjects which must include at least 2 at 5

    3 honour matric A minimum of 4 in all 5 subjects which must include at least 3 at 5

    Level 7/6 4 in all 5 subjects

    NB applicants must present a school report showing grades attained in each subject

    English Language Competence4 or equivalent English language competence (see page 3).

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:OD3 4HD3/OB3 4

    HC3 5HC1 5HB3 6HB1 6

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated as follows:

    SubjectGrade

    Score persubject

    6 1205 904 60

    Applicants will be scored on the best 5 distinct subjects normally recognised by HEIs for admissions purposes.Example IPS 480 = 1 X 6 + 4 X 5

    Bonus points for maths in 2016

    Not applicable

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    Lithuania

    Recognised School-Leaving Qualification(s) Brandos Atestatas / Maturity Certificate, at State exam level. (from a Gymnasium or Secondary School) is

    acceptable for programmes up to 500 points. For programmes over 500 points, applicants must also present

    satisfactory results in a cognate subject at end 1styear in a recognised 3rdlevel institution at the equivalent oflevel 8

    NB state system only in place from 2000 onwards

    Guideline University Requirements

    Subject pass mark for purposes of admission to HEIs: 5 (on a scale of 0-10 where 10 is best)

    Minimum Entry Requirements/MatriculationThe minimum eligibility criteria follow. Proof of English proficiency is required in all cases. The minimum standardmay be higher in individual HEIs and/or for individual courses. There may also be specific subject requirements forcourses.

    Level 8

    2 honour matric Minimum grade 5 in 6 subjects, with minimum. grade 8 in 2 subjects.Subjects presented must include a minimum of 2 examined at State level.

    3 honour matric Minimum grade 5 in 6 subjects, with minimum. grade 8 in 3 subjects.Subjects presented must include a minimum of 3 examined at State level.

    Level 7/6 Minimum grade 5 in 5 subjects

    NB applicants must present a school report showing grades attained in each subject

    English Language Competence:8 or equivalent English Language competence (see page 3).

    Specific Subject Requirements:To compare the subject requirements in terms of Irish Leaving Certificate as specified on the HEIs website, usethe following table:

    Sample subject grades:

    Irish LC Brandos exceptMaths

    Maths

    OD3 50% 5HD3/OB3 70% 7

    HC3 80% 80% in advanced Mathematics310 hoursHC1

    HB3 90% 90% in advanced Mathematics310 hoursHB1

    Guideline Indicative equivalence with Irish Leaving Certificate pointsAs a guideline it is anticipated that the indicative equivalence will be calculated by summing the IPS for the best 6subjects (normally recognised by HEIs for admissions pu