Pre-sessional English
Pre-sessional and Integrated English language tuition
Do you need to improve your English language skills and build confidence in using English before joining one of our academic courses?
Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC) offers two types of English language preparation for international students. Integrated English is available for students taking our Foundation or Diploma courses, while Pre-sessional English is available for those taking a Graduate Diploma course.
Pre-sessional English for Graduate Diploma students
New Tier 4 visa regulations specify that Graduate Diploma students need to have a minimum IELTS level of 5.5 (or Equivalent SELT score) with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. View a full list of UKBA approved Secure English Language Tests.
NTIC offers Pre-sessional English courses to potential Graduate Diploma students to help them achieve these results. These English courses are highly intensive and have one goal: to help you achieve the required level of English in order to study at a postgraduate level in the UK.
What is involved in a Pre-sessional English course?
This 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. These mock exams will identify any weaknesses in your skills that will then be addressed in tutorials.
The course finishes with a Secure English language Test (SELT) that is arranged and paid for by the International College. If you are successful you will be able to renew your visa in the UK and start the two-term Graduate Diploma in January 2012. This also means you will be able to start your Master’s degree in September 2012!
When can I start?
Students with a minimum IELTS 5.0 or SELT equivalent with no lower than 4.5 in any sub-skill:
| Current IELTS level | Start date | Number of terms | Comprising | Tuition fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS 4.0 | 17 Jan 2012 | 4 Terms | 2T English, 2T academic | £12,870 |
| IELTS 4.5 | 1 Mar 2012 | 3.5 Terms | 1.5T English, 2T academic | £11,310 |
| IELTS 5.0 | 17 Jan 2012 | 3 Terms | 1T English, 2T academic | £9,750 |
Integrated English courses for Foundation and Diploma students
Our Integrated English courses are designed to fully understand and meet your language requirements. Our English courses provide you with 20 hours per week of interactive classroom-based tuition and a further 20 hours per week of guided self-study.
The courses feature a combination of interesting tasks to enable you to put your English language knowledge into context. Assignments include language project work in the local community and on-line activities, as well as preparation for classes.
You will also be assigned a personal Learning Support Tutor who you will meet at regular intervals to discuss your progress and to receive help with areas you find most difficult. It is throughout your Integrated English studies that you will receive enhanced support from the Student Services team to ensure that you benefit from their support for the duration of your studies.
When can I start?
Integrated English courses have several intakes throughout the year. It means that you will be able to start your academic course as soon as possible for your convenience.
The table below shows the total duration of Foundation and Diploma courses with English modules included.
To find out more information and to discuss your personalised study plan, please contact us.
| Current IELTS level | Start date | Number of terms | Comprising | Tuition fees | Level of course |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS 4.0 | 17 Jan 2012 | 3 terms | 1T English, 2T Academic | £9,750 | Foundation Computing |
| IELTS 4.0 | 1 Mar 2012 | 3.5 terms | 0.5T English, 3T Academic | £11,710 | Foundation Computing |
| IELTS 4.0 | 1 Mar 2012 | 3.5 terms | 0.5T English, 3T Academic | £11,310 | Foundation Art & Design |
| IELTS 4.0 | 17 Jan 2012 | 4 terms | 1T English, 3T Academic | £12,870 | Foundation Media & Communications |
| IELTS 4.0 | 17 Jan 2012 | 4 terms | 2T English, 2T Academic | £13,695 | Diploma in Business or Computing |
| IELTS 4.5 | 1 Mar 2012 | 2.5 terms | 0.5T English, 2T Academic | £9,750 | Foundation Computing |
| IELTS 4.5 | 17 Jan 2012 | 3 terms | 1T English, 2T Academic | £9,750 | Foundation Business |
| IELTS 4.5 | 1 Mar 2012 | 3.5 terms | 0.5T English, 3T Academic | £11,310 | Foundation Certificates |
| IELTS 4.5 | 1 Mar 2012 | 3.5 terms | 1.5T English, 2T Academic | £12,135 | Diploma in Business or Computing |
| IELTS 4.5 | 17 Jan 2012 | 4 terms | 1T English, 3T Academic | £13,695 | Diploma in Business or Computing |
| IELTS 5 | 1 Mar 2012 | 2.5 terms | 0.5T English, 2T Academic | £9,750 | Foundation Business |
| IELTS 5.0 | 1 Mar 2012 | 3.5 terms | 0.5T English, 3T Academic | £12,135 | Diploma in Business or Computing |
Secure your place: Pre-Sessional English courses
To apply for a place on one of our Pre-Sessional English courses simply submit your application for a Foundation Certificate, Diploma or Graduate Diploma and we will assess whether you need to increase your language level. If you do, the appropriate Pre-Sessional English course will be automatically added to your offer.
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