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Foundation of English Language

University of Chester

  • Chester, United Kingdom
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Foundation

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About the program

One-year English certificate in four levels that builds listening, Speaking, Reading and writing skills.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

  • Build foundational understanding of English Language
  • Improve academic communication and research skills
  • And prepare for further study.

Career outcomes

  • Further study in the English for Academic Purposes Certificate

Curriculum

  • Four semesters in a one-year certificate
  • With courses in listening and speaking (ELLS)
  • Reading and writing (ELRW
  • ELR
  • ELW) at each level. Students enter at the level matching their placement score. Graduation needs at least 65% in the level-four courses.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • School-leaving qualification equivalent to GCSEs
  • 72 UCAS points (under 21) for the four-year degrees
  • Mature applicants (21+) assessed case by case
  • GCSE Maths grade C/4 or equivalent on course pages.

Accepted academic background

School-leaving qualification equivalent to British GCSEs (international entry requirements page), GCSE Maths grade C/4 equivalent on course pages.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates
  • English Proficiency Evidence
  • Academic Reference
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Passport Copy.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
  2. Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year£11,250 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£22,077 GBP

Program details

CampusGateway House, Chester
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Humanities and Communication
DepartmentHumanities and Communication
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value480
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay0
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.