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English language preparation

English language preparation courses can help you gain entry to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at a top university

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Is English language preparation right for me?

An English language preparation course can help you

  • Gain entry to a bachelor’s or master’s degree abroad

  • Raise your English language level to meet the IELTS or equivalent score required for degree entry

  • Build your research and study skills to help you feel more prepared for your degree studies

  • Adapt to life in your new study destination

UK English language preparation

You’ll study your English language preparation course (typically a Pre-Sessional course) at one of our UK study centres before progressing to your degree at university. 

OPTION 1

English language preparation for foundation pathways at the University of Birmingham

For entry to the University of Birmingham foundation pathways, for a degree at the University of Birmingham.

OPTION 2

English language preparation for Bournemouth University

For entry to a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree at Bournemouth University.

OPTION 3

English language preparation for the University of Essex

For entry to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at the University of Essex.

OPTION 4

English language preparation for the University of York

For entry to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at the University of York.


US English language preparation 

Choose from a number of English language preparation options with our university partners in the USA.

OPTION 1

English language preparation at Arizona State University

For admission to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at Arizona State University. 

OPTION 2

English language preparation for Pace University

For admission to Pace’s Global Pathways program. 

OPTION 3

English language preparation at the University of Connecticut

For admission to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at the University of Connecticut. 


Canada English language preparation

Take an English language preparation program at our university partner in Canada.

OPTION 1

English language preparation at the University of Victoria

Raise your English language level to meet entry requirements of a bachelor’s or master’s degree at the University of Victoria.


Australia English language preparation

English language preparation courses with progression to a university in Australia.

OPTION 1

English language preparation at the University of Adelaide

For entry to a pathway course at the University of Adelaide College, for a degree at the University of Adelaide.

OPTION 2

English language preparation at Murdoch University

For entry to a pathway course at Murdoch College, for a degree at Murdoch University. 


New Zealand bachelor’s English language preparation

English language preparation programmes with progression to a university in New Zealand. 

OPTION 1

DEGREE

English language preparation at Massey University

For entry to a bachelor’s or master’s degree at Massey University. 

OPTION 2

PATHWAY COURSE

English language preparation at Massey University

For entry to a pathway course at Massey University College, for a degree at Massey University.

Any other questions?

Is English preparation the same as degree preparation?

An English language preparation course is a form of a degree preparation. It is commonly something you will study if you meet the academic requirements for your course but not the language requirements. 


Does English language preparation include academic preparation too?

English language preparation doesn’t typically include academic preparation. However, in many cases, you will have the option to add academic preparation to your course, to help you feel more ready for the next level of your studies.


How do I know if I need to do an English language preparation course?

Don’t worry, as you won’t need to assess this yourself — when you apply for a degree or degree preparation course, we will let you know if you need to take any additional English language preparation.