English Language

For many international students, studying English in the UK is the first step towards gaining a British academic qualification. We recognise the importance of offering an interesting and contemporary full-time course, which also prepares you thoroughly for your future study.

Our full-time programme:

• is 20 hours per week
• is very varied and covers the four basic skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing, together with grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation, study skills and culture
• includes group and pair work, internet searches, questionnaire design and delivery, and project work including some visits to local places of interest
• is for students 16 years old and over
• offers entry points throughout the year
• prepares students for entry to Cambridge and IELTS exams
• has a minimum enrolment period of four weeks
• allows students to progress to academic courses within the College or apply to other institutions for further study.

Entry requirements:

• students must be 16 years old and over
• a short essay is requested and a placement test given as part of the application process to ensure students are placed at the right level.

To apply to study English, please see the “How to Apply” section.