Full-time English Study
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Presessional Programme: for students who want to start an undergraduate or postgraduate course at university, but first need to improve their level of English.
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English Language Programme: for students who do not yet qualify for a Tier 4 Visa. Also for students who do not intend to go to university, but who want to improve their English in a UK university environment.
Choose the right programme of study below:
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General and Academic English to prepare for university study |
Improve your English in a UK university environment |
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| From IELTS 4.0 to IELTS 6.0 with minimum IELTS 4.0 in all skills. (We accept other qualifications. Check our entry levels page.) |
Entry levels |
From IELTS 4.0 to IELTS 5.5 (We accept other qualifications. Check our entry levels page.) |
| Tier 4 Visa, Dependant Visa, or EU passport. |
Visa |
Student Visitor Visa |
| 2 - 40 weeks of study, depending on your entry level. Programmes end in September or December, with university entry in October or January. |
Duration |
10 - 30 weeks of study depending on your entry level. All programmes end in June. |
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Students who successfully complete the presessional programme can start their undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Leicester. |
Outcome |
When your English reaches the required level, you can move to the Presessional Programme. This may require a Tier 4 visa, which can only be obtained by returning to your country. |
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Why study at Leicester?
- Quality checked by the British Council
- Qualified, experienced teachers
- Access to University facilities including the award-winning David Wilson Library
- Access to University computer and Wi-Fi network
- Accommodation available in University halls of residence
- Programme of social events and activities
- Student Welfare Service who can advise on visas, as well as providing information and help on a wide range of practical and personal issues.
British Council Accreditation UK
The English Language Teaching Unit is regularly inspected by the British Council, to ensure that our courses meet the high standards of the Accreditation UK scheme.
