Pre-sessional English language programmes

You will be offered either the 12, 10 or 8 week course, depending on your English language level and degree entry requirements. All course options are full time and delivered online through Microsoft Teams and Insendi virtual learning platform.

The Pre-Sessional English Programme is aimed at students holding a conditional offer that requires them to improve their English language level as (one of) the conditions before they start their degree programme. 

This programme will use a mixture of delivery methods to provide a supportive and engaging experience. This will include timetabled live classes with a tutor and as well as self-study activities.   You will also join enrichment activities and have networking opportunities.

You will gain experience in:

• academic writing and speaking;
• academic listening and reading;
• analytical thinking and problem-solving;
• digital skills for study.

This course will aim to: 

• Improve your language skills in the areas that will be most important for you during your studies at the University. This will include reading for academic research, speaking to support effective participation in seminars and giving presentations. You will also develop academic writing skills following the conventions needed for Higher Education and listening skills to enhance your ability to understand lectures.
• Develop the accuracy and range of written and spoken language to enable you to use the language effectively and appropriately, with clarity and confidence.
• Provide you with the skills needed to reflect on your learning and identify what you can do to improve.
• Ensure you are able to meet the requirements of the UKVI and Royal Holloway through demonstrating required minimum English level for degree entry in the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Assessment:

• Your performance will be managed through continual assessment and feedback. You will complete a variety of assessment tasks to evidence your development in English reading, writing, listening and speaking.

The Pre-sessional English Language Programme Online (PELPO) is available to anyone who wishes to take it.

To apply, please follow this link. If you are a Royal Holloway applicant, please ensure that you provide us with evidence of your PELPO score once it is received such that we can update your offer.

To be considered for one of the PELPO options available, you must already hold an internationally recognised English Language qualification at a level that will enable you to benefit from a pre-sessional programme (see entry requirements section below).

You must have a conditional offer for either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Royal Holloway with one condition being to improve your English score.

Academic IELTS for UKVI (alternatives accepted):

Requirement to join university course - IELTS 6.0 with no skill less than 5.5

• If your level now is 5.0, no skill less than 4.5, you need a 12 week course
• If your level now is 5.0, no skill less than 5.0, you need a 10 week course
• If your level now is 5.5, no skill less than 5.5, you need an 8 week course

Requirement to join university course - IELTS 6.5 with no skill less than 5.5

• If your level now is 5.5, no skill less than 4.5, you need a 12 week course
• If your level now is 5.5, no skill less than 5.0, you need a 10 week course
• If your level now is 6.0, no skill less than 5.5, you need an 8-week course

Please note that some degree options may ask for higher entry requirements, please check with Royal Holloway Admissions, your offer letter or the Royal Holloway website.