English Language Preparation
Pre-Sessional English for International Year One and Pre-Master's
International Year One and Pre-Master’s students can join a Pre-Sessional English programme for their specific course, ensuring everyone can get the best start to their time at University. You will study between eight and twelve weeks, depending on your chosen programme and English level.
You will need an Academic IELTS for UKVI of 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in all components) * or equivalent to begin International Year One.
- 8-week Pre-Sessional English Programme: If you have an Academic IELTS for UKVI of 5.0 (with 5.0 in all components) *. You can start in July or October.
- 12-week Pre-Sessional English Programme: If you have an Academic IELTS for UKVI of 4.5 (with 4.5 in all components) *. You can start in June or September.
Term dates
| Teaching weeks | Start date | End date |
| 8 weeks | 12/06/2023 | 04/08/2023 |
| 12 weeks | 15/05/2023 | 04/08/2023 |
You will need an Academic IELTS for UKVI of 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in all components)* or equivalent to begin the Pre-Master’s.
- 8-week Pre-Sessional English Programme: One term English for Pre-Master's: If you have an Academic IELTS for UKVI of 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in all components) *. You can start in April or July.
- 12-week Pre-Sessional English Programme: If you have an Academic IELTS for UKVI of 4.5 (minimum 4.5 in all components) *. You can start in June.
Pre-Sessional English programme students do not need to take an additional IELTS test at the end of their course to progress on to their Pre-Master’s Programme. You will be assessed on your Academic English Skills (AES) grade at the International Study Centre (you will be required to achieve a minimum of 40% in all areas).
Term dates
| Teaching weeks | Start date | End date |
| 8 weeks | 10/04/2023 | 02/06/2023 |
| 8 weeks | 12/06/2023 | 04/08/2023 |
| 12 weeks | 13/03/2023 | 02/06/2023 |
| 12 weeks | 15/05/2023 | 04/08/2023 |
If you do not have a current Academic IELTS for UKVI* grade, you may still be able to apply to the International Study Centre. Please contact us to find out about alternative assessment of your English Language level.
*If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English.
English Language Preparation Online
Improve your English language skills
If you meet the academic entry requirements for our programmes but need help with your English language, you can join our English Language Preparation programme delivered fully online first. The programme is designed to develop your English language skills and introduce you to essential academic and study skills before travelling to the International Study Centre to begin your academic programme.
Depending on your current ability and the level you require for your chosen academic programme at the International Study Centre, you will study a 16, 10 or 6-week English language programme. You will be studying the English programme in a diverse online classroom with international students from all around the world.
Our innovative learning platform enables you to study more effectively through interactive tasks and activities in addition to live sessions delivered by highly experienced tutors, allowing you to review and challenge yourself at your own pace from the comfort of your own home.
Benefits of studying Online English Preparation
Our English language course is designed to develop your skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking while boosting your confidence in communicating with classmates and tutors ahead of starting your academic programme.
We offer a range of programme lengths available to suit your needs and requirements, with dedicated support and guidance from our expert tuition staff. Whatever your length of study, our preparation courses will make sure you are ready to make the next step onto one of the International Study Centre programmes.