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Presessional English

Presessional English offers an alternative route into Birmingham undergraduate and postgraduate study where English is a requirement of your offer.

Our Presessional English courses are designed to be dedicated to your future, where you can learn Academic English from specialised tutors relevant to your studies. They give you an excellent opportunity to get involved in activities, make friends and settle in before you start your undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

The Presessional English programme runs all year round, with full-time courses, based in the UK and multiple variations in course length. During the summer there is scope to undertake the course on a distance learning basis.

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Hello and welcome to Presessional English at the University of Birmingham, a place to get ready and build your confidence in preparation for your future Birmingham study.

Hi, I'm Alice.

I'm here to share a little bit more about the Presessional English course to you.

This course is designed for international students like you to prepare for your future studies in Birmingham by mastering Academic English.

Led by University staff, the course is tailored to prepare you for any field whether it's law, business, social sciences, the arts and more.

You'll be guided through interactive tasks, activities and social events designed to immerse you in the language.

Prefer starting from home?

Our online Presessional English course offers flexible preparation before you arrive in the UK.

Teaching takes place in small classes.

Both our on-campus and our online students get the opportunity to take part in a variety of social activities alongside their academic studies.

With one-to-one and group classes, you'll get personalised guidance to boost your confidence.

The Presessional English course equips students with the skills they need to excel in their studies and enjoy their time here.

The Presessional English course helped me a lot for my future study.

I feel nervous when I was writing an essay before, but now I can write an essay very quickly

It's not just about studying. You get to join in on social activities, make new friends, and put your language skills to real use both in and out of the classroom.

Birmingham is an incredible city. Vibrant, diverse, full of life.

There's always something new for you to explore.

And it’s a fantastic place to experience British culture.

Living on campus is one of the best parts for students.

It's a friendly and safe environment where you really start to feel at home and build lasting friendships.

As the second biggest city in the UK, it is very convenient for living.

I can shopping, have a meal with my friends.

I love that feeling.

Choose a Presessional English course, experience modern, flexible learning and get ready for your Birmingham study before you arrive in the UK.

For anyone who is thinking to apply in the Presessional English programme, I will say go for it.

It's an excellent opportunity for everyone to improve your English language skills and also immerse yourself in culture.

And the BIA is really friendly. You can just join and just relax.

They provide an onsite security team and a host of social activities which help to provide a vibrant, friendly and safe community.

Get future ready.

Join our Pressesional English course at the University of Birmingham.

Turn your English skills into a powerful asset.

Head over to our website for more information.

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