English language preparation courses

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Improve your language skills and gain an understanding of UK university culture before starting your degree.

If you don't already meet the language requirements for your chosen course, our pre-sessional courses will help to improve your English language by the equivalent of IELTS 0.5 - 1.5 before starting your chosen degree. These courses are designed for international and EU students who already hold a conditional offer for an undergraduate or postgraduate course.

Pre-sessional courses

You can choose to study from five weeks to 20 weeks, depending on the level required for your chosen degree.

No formal qual or credit

10-week Pre-sessional

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Studying in the UK is different to university study in many other countries. On this course, our students improve their academic English and become fully aware of the expectations of university study here, so that they are prepared for success on their degree or masters.

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