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Course Highlights

Course Highlights

Course Description

Our Pre-Sessional English courses help you to build the English language and academic skillsets required for university level study. 

With undergraduate and postgraduate 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 language course aims to improve your English level for entry into undergraduate or postgraduate education at the University of Lancashire. 

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

16 Weeks

Undergraduate or Postgraduate

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

12 Weeks

Undergraduate or Postgraduate

1.0 increase in IELTS

05 January – 27 March

02 February – 24 April
16 February – 08 May

02 March – 22 May

16 March – 05 June
30 March – 19 June

13 April – 03 July
27 April – 17 July

11 May – 31 July

6 Weeks

Undergraduate or Postgraduate

0.5 increase in IELTS

05 January – 13 February

19 January – 27 February

02 February – 13 March
16 February – 27 March

02 March – 10 April
16 March – 24 April
30 March – 08 May

13 April – 22 May
27 April – 05 June

11 May – 19 June
25 May – 03 July 

08 June – 17 July
22 June – 31 July 

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Recognised by the University of Lancashire

This programme helps students achieve the English language level required for degree study. The University of Lancashire accepts successful completion of the course as meeting its English language entry requirements.

Upon successful completion of your pre-sessional English course you will be able to progress to your studies at the University of Lancashire.

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:
£1,590
£2,590
£3,390

Course Dates & Booking

~ For students applying for 2026 admission ~

16 Weeks

Undergraduate or Postgraduate

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

12 Weeks

Undergraduate or Postgraduate

1.0 increase in IELTS

05 January – 27 March

02 February – 24 April
16 February – 08 May

02 March – 22 May

16 March – 05 June
30 March – 19 June

13 April – 03 July
27 April – 17 July

11 May – 31 July

6 Weeks

Undergraduate or Postgraduate

0.5 increase in IELTS

05 January – 13 February

19 January – 27 February

02 February – 13 March
16 February – 27 March

02 March – 10 April
16 March – 24 April
30 March – 08 May

13 April – 22 May
27 April – 05 June

11 May – 19 June
25 May – 03 July 

08 June – 17 July
22 June – 31 July 

Do I need Pre-sessional English?

Our Pre-Sessional English courses help you to build the English language and academic skill sets required for university level study. This course has been specially designed to improve your understanding and use of English in preparation for your studies.

Develop your understanding and use of English language. Achieve the core academic skills required for university level study. Improve academic literacy and collaboration skills, while gaining confidence to study at an English-speaking university.

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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?