Entry Levels for Summer School
Pre-Sessional English
The guidelines below are intended to help you choose the correct length of course. These guidelines refer to University 'requirements' (usually a conditional offer) and to your 'latest IELTS' as an indication of your current level of English.
| Length |
Entry requirement |
USEPT Tests |
| 17 Weeks |
No more than one IELTS band below the entry requirement. |
June and August |
| 10 weeks |
No more than one IELTS band below the entry requirement. |
August |
| 6 weeks |
No more than half an IELTS band below the entry requirement. |
August |
| 4 weeks |
Suitable for students who have already met their language requirement. |
Not required |
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The following examples are for guidance only. It is important to note that candidates who have a conditional offer will need to pass the final test at the required level. Departmental conditions are based on previous offers. Individual departments may alter their requirements. Candidates must refer to their offer letter for details.
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| Requirement |
Current IELTS |
Recommended Course |
| (min = minimum in each component) |
IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5)
Minimum University Entry level |
IELTS 4.5
IELTS 5.0 (min 4.5)
IELTS 5.0 (min 5.0)
IELTS 5.5 |
Longer course needed
17 week course
10 week course
6 week course |
IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0)
Typical offer in Computer Science, Information Studies |
IELTS 5.0
IELTS 5.5 (min 5.0)
IELTS 6.0 (min 5.0)
IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5) |
Longer course needed
17 week course
10 week course
6 week course |
IELTS 7.0 (min 6.0)
Typical offer in Law, Management School, Town & Regional Planning |
IELTS 5.5
IELTS 6.0 (min 5.0)
IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5)
IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0) |
Longer course needed
17 week course
10 week course
6 week course |
STUDY English PLUS Options
The STUDY English PLUS Options course is not suitable for complete beginners. Classes range from Pre-intermediate to Advanced. If you are not sure about the suitability of this course please contact the ELT Centre.
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