Pre-sessional English entry requirements, dates and fees

We offer a range of courses throughout the year to suit your needs, budget and skills. They’re designed to prepare you to start your degree, without having to take another IELTS test. 

Your current IELTS level will determine which course you need to attend.  

We also accept other English Language qualifications such as PTE (Pearson), TOEFL and Cambridge Certificate. For a full list, view our English language requirements.  

Course fees include: 

  • all learning materials 
  • support services 
  • access to library resources 
  • assessments 
  • a certificate 
  • Information for undergraduate pre-sessional English courses

    IELTS 4.5 with no skill less than 4.5 

    • Course dates: Wednesday 3 April 2024 – Friday 30 August 2024 
    • Course length: 20-week course 
    • Fees: £6,950* 
    • This course is held on campus only. 

    IELTS 5.0 with no skill less than 5.0 

    • Course dates: Wednesday 19 June 2024 – Friday 30 August 2024 
    • Course length: 10-week course 
    • Fees: £3,700* 
    • This course can be taken online, or on-campus. 

    IELTS 5.5 with no skill less than 5.5 

    • Course dates: Wednesday 24 July 2024 – Friday 30 August 2024 
    • Course length: Five-week course 
    • Fees: £1,850* 
    • This course can be taken online, or on-campus. 

    *Fees may be subject to change. 

  • Information for postgraduate pre-sessional English courses

    IELTS 5.0 with no skill less than 4.5 

    • Course dates: Wednesday 3 April 2024 – Friday 30 August 2024 
    • Course length: 20-week course 
    • Fees: £6,950* 
    • This course is held on campus only. 

    IELTS 5.5 with no skill less than 5.0 

    • Course dates: Wednesday 19 June 2024 – Friday 30 August 2024 
    • Course length: 10-week course 
    • Fees: £3,700* 
    • This course can be taken online, or on-campus. 

    IELTS 6 with no skill less than 5.5 

    • Course dates: Wednesday 24 July 2024 – Friday 30 August 2024 
    • Course length: Five-week course 
    • Fees: £1,850* 
    • This course can be taken online, or on-campus. 

    *Fees may be subject to change.