Don't meet the pathway requirements?
If you are concerned that you do not meet the IELTS requirements for your intended programme, you can enrol in one of our English Language Preparation courses. These are offered to students who need to focus more closely on improving their language skills ahead of starting their education in the UK. You will be fully supported by attentive, experienced teachers and, upon successful completion of the English Language Preparation course, you will be ready to succeed in one of our academic programmes.
The table below shows the minimum English language level required for entry to the English Language Preparation programmes.
| Course |
Length |
Required English language level* |
| English Language Preparation (for International Foundation Year) |
1 term |
Academic IELTS for UKVI 4.0 overall (min 4.0 in all skills) |
| English Language Preparation (for International Year One) |
1 term |
Academic IELTS for UKVI 4.5 overall (4.0 in all skills) |
| 8 weeks |
Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 overall (4.0 in all skills) |
| English Language Preparation for Pre-Masters Programme |
1 term |
Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 overall (with no component less than 4.5) |
If you are applying to study in the UK under the Tier 4 student route it may be necessary for you to submit a Secure English Language Test (SELT) as part of your visa application.
Find out more about valid test providers and approved test centre locations for tests taken on or after 6 April 2015. To find out if you are exempt from the SELT requirement and to find out about acceptable English language tests please contact us.
* The English language entry requirements stated are for information regarding entry to the course. If you require a UK visa to study, depending on the type of visa you need, the English language requirements and valid English tests to satisfy the UK visa criteria may differ.
** If you do not need a Tier 4 visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept an equivalent proof of English language skill.
EU students include:
- EEA (European Economic Area) migrant workers and their families in the UK who have lived in the EEA for 3 years
- EU nationals and their children who have lived in the EEA for 3 years
- Refugees (recognised by the UK government) and their families
- People who have applied for asylum and have been granted leave to enter/remain, and their families
- The rules on whether you are classified as a ‘home’ or ‘overseas’ student are strictly defined by the British Government; universities do not have discretion.
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