Pre-sessional English language tuition for postgraduate taught students
Students who do not meet the University's English language requirements may (at the discretion of schools) be admitted onto a pre-sessional English language programme as an alternative way to satisfy the requirements.
Details of the IELTS requirements for pre-sessional programmes can be found below. Students who are planning to study one of the online Pre-sessional programmes in 2024 may also use the following English language tests:
- TOEFL iBT (centre-based and Home edition),
- Pearson Test of English (Academic)
- LanguageCert Academic (centre-based)
- LanguageCert ESOL (centre-based and online)
- Duolingo English Test (DET)
Students who are planning on studying the campus-based Pre-sessional programme in 2024 may only use the following English language tests:
- IELTS UKVI SELT
- Pearson Test of English (Academic)
- LanguageCert ESOL (centre-based test only)
- LanguageCert Academic (centre-based test only)
For guidance on specific requirements for the 11 and 6 week pre-sessional programme for these tests, please email us.
List of pre-sessional programme entry requirements
To learn the pre-sessional entry requirements for your programme, please select your Academic School from the boxes below. If you have a question or you are unsure about anything please get in touch with the Admissions Office.
Important Information
Applicants attending the pre-sessional programmes will be given an English test at the end of their course. Information about assessment and progression can be found here.
More detailed information about pre-sessional programme dates and tuition fees can be found on the .
For further advice please contact the Admissions Office.