English Language Preparation
The course is designed to improve your English language skills up to the required level of IELTS 5.0.
You must have an English language level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 to begin the Undergraduate Certificate.
If you require additional language training in order to reach this level, you can first join the intensive English Language Preparation (ELP) programme, delivered at the International Study Centre. You will need to take ELP for one or two terms, before the start of your academic studies on the foundation course.
If you have an English language level equivalent to IELTS 4.0 you need at least one term of English language training. If you are currently at IELTS 3.5 you need at least two terms of ELP.
If you don’t have a current IELTS grade, you may still apply to the ISC. Please contact us to find out about alternative assessment of your English language level.
| Course length: | 1 or 2 terms, depending on English level |
| Tuition fee: | See fees page |
| Entry points: | June - 1-term ELP for Foundation start in September or 2-term ELP for Foundation start in January September - 1-term ELP for Foundation start in January January - 2-term ELP for Foundation start in September |
| ELP term dates: |
Spring term: 11 Jan - 26 Mar 2010 |
| Entry requirements: | Minimum of IELTS 3.5 (or equivalent). See Admissions section for details |
| Course structure: | 25 hours per week tuition plus 10 hours per week of self-study |
| Assessment: | Internal test based on the English-Speaking Union's nine-point scale |
| Progression: | On successful completion, you progress to the Undergraduate Certificate |
