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Foundation of Pre-Sessional English and Study Skills
Northumbria University Pathway College
- London, United Kingdom
- 0.25 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A full-time English and study-skills course of 6 or 12 weeks for students whose English is slightly below their degree entry requirement.
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
- Develop subject knowledge in Pre-Sessional English and Study Skills and strengthen foundational academic skills
- Apply critical thinking
- And communicate effectively in learning settings.
Career outcomes
- Progression to a Northumbria University London undergraduate or postgraduate degree
Curriculum
- Content-based academic English taught through weekly global topics with a lecture and seminar
- Plus speaking
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing and grammar classes. Students write an extended essay and complete a team research project with a written report and presentation. About 18.5 taught hours and 20 independent hours weekly
- Assessed by coursework and a final exam.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Academic entry as for the progression degree at Northumbria University London
- Applicants must be over 18
- IELTS 0.5 to 2.0 below the degree requirement.
Accepted academic background
Relevant progression degree admissions requirements (academic entry as for the Northumbria University London degree the student will join), Must be over 18.
Language tests
- IELTS 0.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- Reference.
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements and dates. Click Apply online on the course page
- No application fee is stated. Upload the application form
- Transcripts or certificates (certified translation if not in English)
- Passport details page
- A reference and immigration history. Receive the offer
- A tuition deposit may be required
- With details in the offer letter
- Paid through Flywire. Arrange finances and apply for the Student route visa on gov.uk. Arrive in good time to enrol.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £4,000 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £2,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | London Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Pre-Sessional English |
| Department | Pre-Sessional English and Study Skills |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 15 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
Tuition is £4,000 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £2,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £13,946 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 0.5.