Pre-Sessional English
Do you need to improve your IELTS score and build your confidence in English before begining your adult education by joining a Foundation or Graduate Diploma course?
We can add Pre-sessional English to your course if you need to improve your IELTS score before meeting the minimum IELTS requirement of 5.5 (and in all components) for the Graduate diploma course.
If you would like us to add integrated English modules to your foundation course, this can be added easily to your offer.
To find out more about the Pre-Sessional English studies please check the latest brochure.
What you will study in Pre-sessional English for Graduate Diploma courses
The Preparatory English for the Graduate Diploma is a specialised intensive English course with a strong focus on exam preparation and individual attention. You will receive 24 hours tuition per week, plus self study and access to online exam practice. The mock exams will identify any skills weaknesses to be addresses in tutorials.
The courses finish with a SELT, arranged and paid for by Sheffield International College.
When can you start?
| Current IELTS level | Level of course | Orientation start date | Number of terms | Comprising | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 in all skills | Graduate Diploma | TBC | 4 | 2T English, 2T Academic | £14,750 |
| 4.5 in all skills | Graduate Diploma | 20 June 2012 | 3 | 10 Wk English, 2T Academic | £11,750 |
| 4.5 in all skills | Graduate Diploma | 20 June 2012 | 4 | 10 Wk English, 3T Academic | £14,250 |
| 5.0 in all skills | Graduate Diploma | 18 July 2012 | 2.5 | 0.5T English, 2T Academic | £11,750 |
| 5.0 in all skills | Graduate Diploma | 18 July 2012 | 3.5 | 0.5T English, 3T Academic | £13,250 |
What you will study during Integrated English for Foundation courses
The classes concentrate on learning subject vocabulary, but also include study skills such as how to give presentations and how to get the most out of your adult education.
When you can start
There are several Pre-sessional English intakes each year. This means that as soon as you have increased your English to the required level, you will be able to start your adult education with a Foundation Certificate or Graduate Diploma course.
Intake dates are listed in the table below:
| Current IELTS level | Level of course | Orientation start date | Number of terms | Comprising | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 in all skills | Foundation Certificates | 20 June 2012 | 4 | 10 Wk English, 3T Academic | £14,250 |
| 4.5 (with no less than 4.0 in any skill) | Foundation Certificates | 20 June 2012 | 3 | 10 weeks English, 2T Academic | £11,750 |
| 4.5 (with no less than 4.0 in any skill) | Foundation Certificates | 18 July 2012 | 3.5 | 0.5T English, 3T Academic | £13,250 |
| 5.0 (with no less than 4.5 in any skill) | Foundation Certificates | 18 July 2012 | 2.5 | 0.5T English, 2T Academic | £11,750 |
How to apply
Don’t worry - you don’t need to submit a separate application for a Pre-sessional or Integrated English course. It will be automatically added to your offer if you do not meet the minimum English entry requirements.
Additional Information for Journalism students
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