English for Academic Purposes (FCEAP) - Foundation Certificate

Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCEAP) is an accredited course for International and European students. It is designed to help you develop your general and academic English skills and to prepare you for successful study at a British university. It offers a wonderful opportunity to exchange opinions with students from different cultures and backgrounds.

Learning about the lives and experiences of other students in your class and throughout the University will broaden your views and help you think reflectively. This will give you many advantages in terms of personal, academic and professional development.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

It will also allow you to become more involved in University life by delivering, leading and supporting many aspects of the learning experience, from administration to research and mentoring roles.

UK students
Part 1 and 2: minimum IELTS 4.5 or equivalent
Part 2 only: minimum IELTS 5 or equivalent

International students
Part 1 and 2: minimum IELTS 4.5 or equivalent
Part 2 only: minimum IELTS 5 or equivalent

FCEAP has an excellent pass rate
FCEAP is a Foundation Certificate, so achievement is consistent with the national standard of awards
The course is administered by the School of Education and Social Work, and is therefore governed by extensive quality assurance procedures
The course is run over one or two semesters so you can enter the programme at the level most suited to your needs. Either entry point allows you plenty of time to get to know the University, the city and the local culture before starting your main degree programme
FCEAP has a varied learning environment and there is a range of assessments to suit all learning styles, such as exams, essays, presentations and a group video project which you will organise and manage independently with members of your team
assessments are designed to meet individual needs and increase confidence in using English, both in social and academic contexts
Student support and pastoral care are important features of FCEAP and students can meet tutors in one-one tutorials throughout the programme