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Foundation of Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- 0.25, 0.17 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
15-week pre-sessional English course that prepares students for NTU degree study.
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-sessional English for Academic Purposes
- Improve academic communication and research skills
- And prepare for further study.
Career outcomes
- Progression to an NTU Bachelors or Masters degree
Curriculum
- Academic English and study skills in small groups: about 20.5 hours of sessions per week
- Tutorials
- Coursework
- Tests and an individual presentation
- Assessed on campus in the final weeks.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Offer for a degree course at Edinburgh Napier for the 8-month course
- IELTS 4.5 with no skill below 4.5
- Pre-sessional courses require IELTS for UKVI at the level shown per course.
Accepted academic background
Applicants holding or expecting an offer to an Edinburgh Napier degree who need to reach the English requirement, UG or PG/Research streams.
Language tests
- IELTS for UKVI 6.5 (no skill below 6.0)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts and applicable supporting documents require confirmation.
How to apply
- Check the pre-sessional English course dates
- Fees and entry requirements. Apply by contacting the Admissions Team (EAP. Enquiries@napier. Ac. Uk). For the 8-month course
- Hold the academic entry requirements for your degree
- You receive two CAS letters
- One for the language course and one for the degree. Pay the course fee. Apply for the UK Student visa with a UKVI-approved English test.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £4,200, £2,100 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £2,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Edinburgh (on campus; campus not stated) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Edinburgh Napier University English Language Programmes |
| Department | Department of Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (Postgraduate and Research, 6-Week Summer) |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 15,10 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible students may consult the institution for current scholarships and award criteria, Availability varies by program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
15 Apr 2027
152 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25, 0.17 years.
The next deadline is 15 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £4,200, £2,100 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £2,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS for UKVI 6.5 (no skill below 6.0).