Language courses

Course content and assessment criteria

Course content

• Understanding the process approach to academic writing
• Developing critical thinking skills
• Developing effective reading strategies
• Extending writing and research skills
• Improving English grammar to support clear communication
• Delivering a variety of effective presentations
• Developing academic vocabulary
• Improving listening and speaking skills
• Using online materials to support essential independent learning.

Course Structure

You will be required to attend classes Monday to Friday from 9.15 am to 4.30 pm. You will also have weekly tutorials with a personal tutor to support your learning and have the opportunity to participate in lively seminars and debates.

Assessment criteria

You will be assessed throughout the course and it is not usually necessary to take an additional English test at the end. You will only be able to progress to postgraduate study if you successfully complete the course.

How to apply

Please apply on this page. Applications must be submitted 6 weeks prior to the start date of the course. We cannot guarantee to consider applications received after this date.

Summer programme details

20 week course Course dates 24 April 2017 - 15 September 2017
(including a reading week from 3 July - 7July) Registration date 21 April 2017 Entry requirements IELTS 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in all elements) Course fee £4800
10 week course Course dates 10 July 2017 - 15 September 2017 Registration date 7 July 2017 Entry requirements IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in all elements) Course fee £2400
5 week course Course dates 14 August 2017 - 15 September 2017 Registration date 11 August 2017 Entry requirements IELTS 6.0 (minimum 6.0 in all elements) Course fee £1200

Cultural programe

The is conveniently situated for access to a wide variety of music, drama, film and other cultural events taking place in Bedford and Milton Keynes.

Visits are also organised as part of the summer programme. In the past these have included trips to Oxford, Cambridge and Stratford Upon Avon, as well as places of particular relevance to our clients' academic interests.