Academic English Programmes
Academic English programmes help students from non-English speaking backgrounds to develop the skills, fluency and confidence required to communicate effectively in English. Students will improve their overall abilities in both spoken and written English, as well as your understanding of British culture. After completing the programme, students will be better prepared for their chosen university degree or degree foundation studies.
The three levels are: Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Higher.
Higher Academic English (AE01) - Pre-sessional
The HIGHER level Academic English programme acts as IELTS preparation and entry route for degree studies.
Upon completion of the HIGHER level the student can progress to the degree foundation or full undergraduate or postgraduate degree programme. Students can choose to take an official IELTS test if required.
Upper Intermediate Academic English (AE02) - Pre-sessional
The UPPER INTERMEDIATE level Academic English programme is for students who wish to progress to a degree programme OR to prepare for FCE (First Certificate in English). Students can choose to take the FCE test if required.
Intermediate Academic English (AE03) - Pre-sessional
The INTERMEDIATE level Academic English programme is for students who wish to progress to a degree programme OR to prepare for the PET (Preliminary English Test). Students can choose to take the PET test if required.
Course Syllabus
All Academic English Programmes
Class activities during this term will include:
- Participating in academic discussions
- Understanding academic lectures
- Taking lecture notes
- Developing research skills
- Writing academic English
- Reading academic texts
The Academic English programmes are aimed at developing a student's reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in preparation for courses or an IELTS test.
Teachers use a variety of materials for instruction and practice in all essential skill areas: listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Course materials may include textbooks, magazine and newspaper articles, the Internet, ESL software, radio and television programmes and movies.
