National College of Ireland and OnCampus Ireland have signed a partnership agreement, formally approving the OnCampus Pre-Master's Programme as a recognised progression pathway to NCI.
The agreement was signed by Brian McDonald, CEO of OnCampus Ireland, and Robert Ward, Director of Marketing and International Development at National College of Ireland. Laurence Foure', Chief Revenue Officer of OnCampus Ireland, and members of the NCI international team were also in attendance.
OnCampus Ireland serves as NCI's official foundation and Pre-Master's pathway provider, supporting international students through structured academic preparation and defined progression routes into undergraduate and postgraduate study at NCI. The approval of the Pre-Master's Programme builds on the existing OnCampus International Foundation Year, broadening the progression opportunities available to international students at various stages of their academic development.
For NCI, this partnership represents an important step in advancing NCI's internationalisation strategy. By expanding pathway provision and establishing structured routes into undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, NCI is increasing access to higher education for students from a range of educational backgrounds and international markets. The agreement also provides clarity for education counsellors and recruitment partners, and further strengthens the collaboration between NCI and OnCampus Ireland.
NCI and OnCampus Ireland are committed to widening access to high-quality Irish higher education, supporting student achievement, and establishing sustainable pathways that enable international students to progress towards degree study and future careers in Ireland.
NCI looks forward to building on this partnership and to further developing opportunities for international students in the years ahead. This agreement represents a significant milestone for both organisations and an important development for international student progression to National College of Ireland.