Pre-sessional English Courses
Due to the current coronavirus outbreak, the university, in partnership with QA Higher Education have moved all pre-sessional English courses online.
The 5, 10 and 15 week online pre-sessional English courses are designed to help you to get the most from your studies at Roehampton.
The pre-sessional course will help you to:
- develop your academic English so that you can cope better with university-level study
- develop your study skills and understand what is expected of you as a student in the UK higher education system
What will I study?
- Essays: using reading in your writing, organisation, critical and analytical skills
- Academic vocabulary and grammar development
- Seminars: presentation and discussion based on your reading
- Lectures: understanding the argument, note-taking, taking an active role
- Listening and reading: understanding key ideas in an academic context
When is it, how much does it cost, and what level of English do I need?
| Course, dates and fees | Students who need to reach IELTS 6 with 5.5 in all sections: Most Undergraduate students | Students who need to reach IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in all sections: Most Postgraduate MA/MSc/MBA students | Students who need to reach IELTS 7 with 6.5 in all sections: Research students and some Masters e.g. MA Therapies |
| 5 week course 20th Jul to 28th Aug 2020 £1490 £1341 |
IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section | IELTS: 6 with no less than 5.0 in any section | IELTS: 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in writing and 6 in other sections |
| 10 week course 15th Jun to 28th Aug 2020 £3020 £2718 |
IELTS: 5 with no less than 4.0 in any section and no less than 4.5 in writing | IELTS: 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section | IELTS: 6 with no less than 6 in writing and 5.5 in other sections |
| 15 week course 18th May to 28th Aug 2020 £4470 £4168 |
IELTS: 4.5 overall with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing | IELTS: 5 with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing | Not applicable |
This table shows the minimum length of course you need to do. If you are worried about reaching the level you need in this time, for example if you find learning English particularly difficult, you should consider taking a longer course.
Alternative proof of English language for online Pre-sessional Courses
We are able to accept a range of English language test for entry onto the online pre-sessional course, these include:
Undergraduate
| PSE length | Roehampton English Test | Pearsons | TOEFL |
| 15 weeks | 4.5 overall with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing | 30 overall with 30 in each band | 34 overall with 31 in each band and no less than 34 in writing |
| 10 weeks | 5 with no less than 4.0 in any section and no less than 4.5 in writing | 36 overall with 30 in each band | 45 overall with 31 in each band and no less than 34 in writing |
| 5 weeks | 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section | 42 overall with 36 in each band | 59 overall with 45 in each band |
Postgraduate
| PSE length | Roehampton English Test | Pearsons | TOEFL |
| 15 | 5 with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing | 36 overall with 30 in each band | 45 overall with 31 in each band and no less than 34 in writing |
| 10 | 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section | 42 overall with 36 in each band | 9 overall with 45 in each band |
| 5 | 6 with no less than 5.0 in any section | 50 overall with 36 in each band | 78 overall with 45 in each band> |
COVID-19 Update
New alternatives for proof of English language for online Pre-Sessional English:
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Undergraduate |
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PSE Length |
Roehampton English Language test |
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition |
Duolingo |
IELTS Indicator |
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15 |
4.5 overall with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing |
34 overall with 31 in each band and no less than 34 in writing |
65-70 minimum overall score |
4.5 overall with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing |
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10 |
5 with no less than 4.0 in any section and no less than 4.5 in writing |
45 overall with 31 in each band and no less than 34 in writing |
75-80 minimum overall score |
5 with no less than 4.0 in any section and no less than 4.5 in writing |
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5 |
5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section |
59 overall with 45 in each band |
85-90 minimum overall score |
5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section |
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Postgraduate |
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PSE Length |
Roehampton English Language test |
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition |
Duolingo |
IELTS Indicator |
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15 |
5 with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing |
45 overall with 31 in each band and no less than 34 in writing |
75-80 minimum overall score |
5 with no less than 4.0 in any band and no less than 4.5 in writing |
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10 |
5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section |
9 overall with 45 in each band |
85-90 minimum overall score |
5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any section |
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5 |
6 with no less than 5.0 in any section |
78 overall with 45 in each band> |
95-100 minimum overall score |
6 with no less than 5.0 in any section |
What is included?
- 24 hours' tuition per week from highly-qualified lecturers in English for Academic Purposes
- Weekly individual tutorials to work on your specific needs in writing
- Teaching in small classes - usually 8 to 16 students - maximum group size 18
- All books and materials for your classes
- Virtual social programme
The University has a range of procedures and regulations covering student fees: Student Fee Payment & Enrolment Regulations 2020/21
How do I apply for the course?
If you have already applied for an undergraduate or postgraduate programme you do not have to complete another application form for the Pre-Sessional English programme. Please simply email our international admissions team and inform us that you wish to be considered for the pre-sessional English programme. Admissions will then assess your eligibility for the programme and issue you with a formal offer.
How do I pay for the Pre-sessional course?
You can pay online in our e-store.
Enquiries
If you have any further enquiries please contact us at:
International Admissions
University of Roehampton
Roehampton Lane
London SW15 5PJ
Email: internationaladmissions@roehampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)20 8392 3314