LN905
Standard 5 week intensive course in English
This information is for the 2026/27 session.
Course convenor
Dr Alison Standring
Availability
The course is suitable for PG offer holders with either a conditional or unconditional offer. There are entry levels based on IELTS or equivalent. Standard 5 week intensive course in English
Course content
On our pre-sessional courses you will practise the academic English and skills needed to complete academic tasks such as:
- writing academic essays
- reading academic texts
- listening to lectures & taking notes
- participating in seminar discussions
- presenting complex issues
Further information can be found on the Centre for Language Studies page: Standard 5 week intensive course in English
Teaching
The course is full time, Monday-Friday with 20 hours contact time per week supplemented by 1-2-1 tutorial support.
Formative assessment
Continuous assessment.
Listening examination.
Oral examination.
Written test.
Assessment
Key facts
Department: Centre for Language Studies
Course study period: Summer Break
Unit value: Non-credit bearing
FHEQ level: Not applicable
CEFR level: C1/C2
Keywords: Pre-sessional, Conditional, Unconditional, PG offer holder
Total students 2025/26: Unavailable
Average class size 2025/26: Unavailable
Course selection videos
Some departments have produced short videos to introduce their courses. Please refer to the course selection videos index page for further information.
Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Team working
- Problem solving
- Application of information skills
- Communication