Language support

English language courses are available either before you start your study or during term time.

English Language classes before you start your studies

If your English ability is not at the required standard (see English language requirements page) you may be asked to attend one of the Pre-sessional English courses. The course offers intensive preparation for academic study in English language and study skills and is about 20 hours per week. Courses start from April to September and vary in length depending on your ability. You will practise:

• writing academic essays, reports and examinations
• reading academic books and journals
• listening to lectures
• note-taking and other research skills
• participating in seminars and oral presentations
• word processing and other computing skills, including the use of Email and the Internet in academic study

You should allow enough time to achieve the English language level required for your degree course. For more information on the courses available and costs please see the Pre-sessional course pages.

English Language classes during your studies

If English is not your first language, the In-sessional English Support Programme (IESP) can help you. We can help you if you have not studied at a British university before.

We offer:

• Academic Writing Skills classes
• Speaking Skills classes
• Listening Skills classes
• Sessions in Language Laboratories
• Writing Advisory Service
• Tutorials

Advisory Sessions

Registration takes place during the first week of term.