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Foundation of English Language and Study Skills

Oxford Brookes University

Oxford, United Kingdom
0.33, 0.67 years
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A two-semester diploma that prepares international students for a master's course in academic English and study skills.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Build foundational understanding of Pre-Master's Diploma in English Language and Study Skills
Improve academic communication and research skills
And prepare for further study.

Career outcomes

Progression to a master's degree at Oxford Brookes

Curriculum

Two semesters (September to May or January to August) covering academic English
Study skills and chosen subject specialism modules
Giving students experience of UK postgraduate teaching and assessment before starting a master's course.

Entry requirements

Academic

Undergraduate qualification not meeting direct master's entry
See the course page
UK HND or equivalent (UK DipHE
Chinese 3-year Diploma
Ordinary degree
Honours degree below 2:2) for the Pre-Master's Diploma
Second class honours degree or equivalent for the Two-Year Master's.

Accepted academic background

Undergraduate qualification not meeting direct master's entry (Diploma) or a 2:1/2:2 honours degree or equivalent (Two-Year Master's), Minimum age 21 (younger case by case).

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 72
PTE Academic 59
Duolingo 100

Documents you’ll need

Secondary School Transcripts
Proof of Secondary School Qualification
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).

How to apply

Check the course page entry requirements and deadline (January 2027 entry: apply by 11 December 2026). Apply directly to the university online. Receive an offer and pay the deposit (GBP 1
000
3
000 or 8
000 by country group)
Deducted from first tuition. Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£7,650, £15,100 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£25,639 GBP

Program details

Campus	Headington
Faculty or school	Oxford Brookes Business School
Department	Pre-Master's Diploma in English Language and Study Skills
Teaching language	English
Credit value	20,40
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
11 Dec 2026
27 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.33, 0.67 years.