This course is for students who do not speak English as their first language. It is primarily concerned with general English language and skills. It is ideal for people who want to learn English for 6 months, meet international students and staff in an academic setting, and have fun practising and developing their English confidence. There are preparation tasks and formative activities in addition to the weekly sessions to help you improve your English.
Improve your overall English speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities.
Improve your general English vocabulary and understanding of English grammar.
Assist you in meeting other international peers, improving your intercultural and communication skills, and having fun by working on tasks on a variety of interesting topics.
Give you regular practise, feedback, and assessments on all skills.
CEFR Level | Ability |
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CEFR Level A2 PTE Academic 30-42 |
Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need. |
CEFR Level B1 PTE Academic 43-58 IELTS 4-5 |
Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. |
CEFR Level B2 PTE Academic 59-75 IELTS 5.5-6.5 |
Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue. Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers possible. |
CEFR Level C1 PTE Academic 76-84 IELTS 7-8 |
Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. |
06 Months
Blended Learning: January/April/July/October
£4550
Intention to Study: £200
PTE/IELTS Test Fees: £200 (approximately)
£4950