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Online Pre-Sessional English

Course Highlights

Course Description

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.

Course Structure & Dates

Our Online Pre-Sessional English course aims to improve your English level for entry into undergraduate or graduate education at State University of New York – Oswego.

Over 16, 12 or 6 weeks you will develop your language and academic skills for entry into your chosen degree.

16 Weeks

Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels

1.5 increase in IELTS

05 January – 24 April

02 February – 22 May
16 February – 05 June

16 March – 03 July
30 March – 17 July

13 April – 31 July
27 April – 14 August

11 May – 28 August
25 May – 11 September

08 June – 25 September

12 Weeks

Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels

1.0 increase in IELTS

05 January – 27 March

02 February – 24 April

16 March – 05 June 

13 April – 03 July

11 May – 31 July
25 May – 14 August

22 June – 11 September

6 Weeks

Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels

0.5 increase in IELTS

29 December 2025 – 06 February 2026

05 January – 13 February
19 January – 27 February

02 February – 13 March

16 March – 24 April

27 April – 05 June

25 May – 03 July

22 June – 31 July

06 July – 14 August

03 August – 11 September

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Recognized by State University of New York - Oswego

Delivered exclusively in partnership with State University of New York – Oswego 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.

What does the course involve?

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Course Outcomes

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: 

Writing

Write opinion essays on a variety of topics and develop writing process strategies to produce coherent texts.

Reading

Demonstrate a thorough reading comprehension using a variety of reading subskills and the ability to think critically when responding to a variety of texts.

Speaking

Express oneself effectively and improve presentation skills.

Listening

Have a greater understanding of vocabulary and to be able to actively following listening input and take notes.

Digital Literacy

Know how to navigate digital tools such as a VLE and communicate with peers and teachers online.

Mediation

Gain the ability to work collaboratively with peers, evaluate one’s work critically and engage actively in academic settings.

Entry Requirements & Fees

Entry Requirements

COURSE LENGTH
ENTRY LEVEL
EXIT LEVEL
Undergraduate 16 Weeks
IELTS 4.5 *(4.0)
IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)
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 16 Weeks
IELTS 5.0 *(4.5)
IELTS 6.5*(6.0)
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)

*No component below

Fees

6 Weeks
12 Weeks
16 Weeks
Price:
$4,300
$3,300
$2,040

Course Dates & Booking

16 Weeks

Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels

1.5 increase in IELTS

05 January – 24 April

02 February – 22 May
16 February – 05 June

16 March – 03 July
30 March – 17 July

13 April – 31 July
27 April – 14 August

11 May – 28 August
25 May – 11 September

08 June – 25 September

12 Weeks

Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels

1.0 increase in IELTS

05 January – 27 March

02 February – 24 April

16 March – 05 June 

13 April – 03 July

11 May – 31 July
25 May – 14 August

22 June – 11 September

6 Weeks

Online Pre-Sessional English for undergraduate or graduate study levels

0.5 increase in IELTS

29 December 2025 – 06 February 2026

05 January – 13 February
19 January – 27 February

02 February – 13 March

16 March – 24 April

27 April – 05 June

25 May – 03 July

22 June – 31 July

06 July – 14 August

03 August – 11 September

Why should I take Online Pre-Sessional English?

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 State University of New York – Oswego.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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Ready to take your English skills to the next level?