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Our Online Pre-Sessional English courses help you to build the English language and academic skillsets required for university level study.
With undergraduate and graduate course options you can improve your understanding and use of English and prepare the skills for success at university.
Our Online Pre-Sessional English course aims to improve your English level for entry into undergraduate or graduate education at BIMM University.
Over 16, 12 or 6 weeks you will develop your language and academic skills for entry into your chosen degree.
Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels
1.5 increase in IELTS
9 November – 26 Feb
Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels
1.0 increase in IELTS
26 October – 15 January
9 November – 29 January
23 November – 12 February
7 December – 26 February
Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels
0.5 increase in IELTS
26 October – 4 December
2 November – 11 December
9 November – 18 December
30 November – 8 January
7 December – 15 January
21 December – 29 January
4 January – 12 February
18 January – 26 February
Delivered exclusively in partnership with BIMM University to help you gain practice and confidence before commencing your chosen degree.
Upon completion of your Academic English course, you will be able to progress onto your studies at BIMM University.
Our Online Pre-Sessional English course will improve your understanding and use of the English language and academic skills for university-level study. At the end of your course you will have improved in the following areas:
Write opinion essays on a variety of topics and develop writing process strategies to produce coherent texts.
Demonstrate a thorough reading comprehension using a variety of reading subskills and the ability to think critically when responding to a variety of texts.
Express oneself effectively and improve presentation skills.
Have a greater understanding of vocabulary and to be able to actively following listening input and take notes.
Know how to navigate digital tools such as a VLE and communicate with peers and teachers online.
Gain the ability to work collaboratively with peers, evaluate one’s work critically and engage actively in academic settings.
COURSE LENGTH | ENTRY LEVEL | EXIT LEVEL |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate 12 Weeks | IELTS 5.0 *(4.5) | IELTS 6.0 *(5.5) |
Undergraduate 6 Weeks | IELTS 5.5 *(5.0) | IELTS 6.0 *(5.5) |
Postgraduate 12 Weeks | IELTS 5.5 *(5.0) | IELTS 6.5*(6.0) |
Postgraduate 6 Weeks | IELTS 6.0 *(5.5) | IELTS 6.5*(6.0) |
Undergraduate 16 Weeks | IELTS 4.5*(4.0) | IELTS 6.0*(5.5) |
Postgraduate 16 Weeks | IELTS 5.0*(5.0) | IELTS 6.0*(5.5) |
*No component below
6 Weeks | 12 Weeks | 16 Weeks | |
|---|---|---|---|
Price: | £1,640 | £2,665 | £3,490 |
Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels
1.5 increase in IELTS
9 November – 26 Feb
Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels
1.0 increase in IELTS
26 October – 15 January
9 November – 29 January
23 November – 12 February
7 December – 26 February
Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels
0.5 increase in IELTS
26 October – 4 December
2 November – 11 December
9 November – 18 December
30 November – 8 January
7 December – 15 January
21 December – 29 January
4 January – 12 February
18 January – 26 February
This short course will develop your understanding and use of English language. Practice the core academic skills required for university level study and gain confidence before starting your on-campus studies at BIMM University.
Below you will find answers to the questions we get asked the most about applying and studying the online this course.
You will receive a welcome letter telling you we have received your application. Closer to your course start date, you will be sent a welcome pack containing details of your course, class times, assessment criteria and clear technical instructions for joining your class.
The course has three key components: Live lessons with a qualified English language teacher. Extended study which is an opportunity to work with your classmates on homework or collaborative tasks in a virtual environment. You will also need to spend some time studying independently and preparing for your lessons.
You will study in groups of approximately 10-12 students.
You will need to download Zoom and Teams. You will also get access to Oxford International’s Moodle platform with all course resources.
You will have 120 minute live lesson per day from Monday to Friday. However, you will be assigned additional tasks and study projects so you will also need to spend about 2 hours on extended study and self-study.
There will be assignments every week. There will also be course assessments and final assessment at the end of the course. For 12 and 16 week courses regular progress tests are conducted to monitor student progress.
