Pre-sessional English

The programme is aimed at non-native English speakers who intend to study undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at The University of Northampton but who have not yet attained the minimum entry requirements for English language (Undergraduate/Bachelors degree IELTS 6.0; Postgraduate/Masters degree IELTS 6.5).

Overview
Content
Additional information
How to apply
Fees and funding
International

Modes of study

Full time

Attendance

This is a full-time provision, with a minimum of 20 contact hours per week (at least a further 20 hours of independent study are required). It consists of four terms: September to December; January to April; May to July; July to September.

Location

Park Campus

Entry requirements

Minimum IELTS 4.0/CEF B. Applicants may be admitted with IELTS between 4.0 and 6.0.

Length of study

Three to 12 months (One to four terms, depending on entry level and desired exit level)

Start date

September, January, May and July

School

Northampton Business School

Course content

The content is general English although there is an element of study skills in one module. Emphasis is on improving accuracy and range of grammar structure and vocabulary use across all four language skills, namely reading, writing, listening and speaking and so improving the student's general communication skills.

Special course features

Experienced and supportive tutors
Improve your English in a university environment
Engage with a variety of learning activities to improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening

Typical modules

Listening and Speaking
Reading and Writing
Use of English (grammar)
Study Skills and Projects

Assessment

The assessment is formative; that is, students do coursework for all modules through the term but this coursework does not contribute towards passing the programme. Rather it is designed to help students identify areas of strength and weakness and so guide their self-study.

Facilities available

Classes are given in teaching rooms across the campus, all of which are equipped with audio-visual facilities, together with smartboards and online access.

Methods of study

One of the most important aims of the course is independent learning. This means that the programme will help you to develop skills that will make you an independent learner. An independent learner is able to learn English outside the classroom and to take responsibility for their own learning. An independent learner can identify what he or she needs to do to improve their English and decide what action is necessary to take. We will help you develop these skills. In class we will practise them and you will be given coursework that further develops them. Correction and feedback will help you and us to see how you are progressing.

For general application information please see our how to apply page.