Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes

Course summary

Prepare to study in the UK on a course designed to improve your academic reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

You should join this course if you need to improve your language level to join your degree.

Visit our pre-study English language courses page to find out more about pre-sessional English Language entry requirements, fees, start dates and length of study.

For information on the different English Language qualifications we will accept for Direct Entry to courses at NQF Level 6, 7 and 8, visit the English language entry requirements page.

*IELTS accepted if you are on a dependant visa or an EU National.

You must be 18 years old when you enrol on the course.

Future careers

The course prepares you for academic study rather than directly for employment. However, the academic skills you learn on the course are also valuable in employment.

In addition to improving communication skills, you’ll develop:

• Independent, critical thought
• Self-directed learning
• The ability to find data
• The ability to use information technology effectively
• Time management skills
• Team working skills
• The ability to evaluate your own progress
• The ability to give and receive feedback effectively
• An international awareness based on respect for social and cultural diversity