Overview
Our English for University Studies course is designed for students who'd like to improve their English language. We focus on general English language skills, but also have classes on IELTS preparation and academic study skills.
Course content
Our English for University Studies runs full-time programme over a variety of durations, so you can study for 6 weeks up to 44 weeks. You'll study for 21 hours each week.
The course content includes:
- grammar and vocabulary work
- fluency focus
- reading, listening, speaking and writing skills
- pronunciation focus
- English for academic purposes
- intensive preparation for IELTS: exam technique and practice
- further specialist academic vocabulary focus
- study skills
- life in the UK – cultural awareness training
- studying in an English-speaking university
Download our English for University Studies course description and sample timetable
Course dates and fees
The courses below are suitable for 2019-20 entry.
| Course length | Start date | End date | Course fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 weeks | 1 October 2018 | 30 August 2019 | £12,760 |
| 36 weeks | 26 November 2018 | 30 August 2019 | £10,620 |
| 30 weeks | 21 January 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £9,000 |
| 26 weeks | 18 February 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £7,800 |
| 22 weeks | 18 March 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £6,600 |
| 20 weeks | 1 April 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £6,100 |
| 16 weeks | 13 May 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £4,960 |
| 12 weeks | 10 June 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £3,780 |
| 10 weeks | 24 June 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £3,200 |
| 8 weeks | 8 July 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £2,600 |
| 6 weeks | 22 July 2019 | 30 August 2019 | £1,950 |
The courses below are suitable for 2020-21 entry.
| Course length | Start date | End date | Course fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 weeks | 04 March 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £11,800 | |
| 36 weeks | 01 April 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £10,800 | |
| 30 weeks | 28 May 2019 |
|
£9,150 | |
| 26 weeks | 24 June 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £8,060 | |
| 22 weeks | 22 July 2019 | 20 December 2019 |
£6,820 | |
| 20 weeks | 05 August 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £6,300 | |
| 16 weeks | 02 September 2019 | 20 December 2019 |
£5,120 | |
| 14 weeks | 16 September 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £4,480 | |
| 12 weeks |
|
20 December 2019 |
£3,900 | |
| 10 weeks | 14 October 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £3,300 | |
| 8 weeks | 28 October 2019 | 20 December 2019 |
£2,680 | |
| 6 weeks | 11 November 2019 | 20 December 2019 | £2,010 |
| Course length | Start date | End date | Course fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 weeks | 1 July 2019 | 29 May 2020 | £12,980 | |
| 36 weeks | 27 August 2019 | 29 May 2020 | £10,800 | |
| 30 weeks | 7 October 2019 |
|
£9,150 | |
| 26 weeks | 4 November 2019 | 29 May 2020 | £8,060 | |
| 22 weeks | 2 December 2019 |
|
£6,930 | |
| 20 weeks | 6 January 2020 | 29 May 2020 | £6,080 | |
| 16 weeks | 27 January 2020 |
|
£5,120 | |
| 12 weeks | 24 February 2020 | 29 May 2020 | £3,900 | |
| 10 weeks | 09 March 2020 | 29 May 2020 | £3,600 | |
| 8 weeks | 23 March 2020 | 29 May 2020 | £2,680 | |
| 6 weeks | 20 April 2020 | 29 May 2020 | £2,010 |
| Course length | Start date | End date | Course fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 weeks | 30 September 2019 | 29 August 2020 | £12,980 |
| 36 weeks | 25 November 2019 | 29 August 2020 | £10,800 |
| 30 weeks | 20 January 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £9,150 |
| 26 weeks | 17 February 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £8,060 |
| 22 weeks | 16 March 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £6,930 |
| 20 weeks | 30 March 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £6,400 |
| 16 weeks | 11 May 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £5,120 |
| 12 weeks | 10 June 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £3,900 |
| 10 weeks | 24 June 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £3,600 |
| 8 weeks | 6 July 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £2,680 |
| 6 weeks | 20 July 2020 | 29 August 2020 | £2,010 |
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Assessment
At the end of our English for University Studies course you will take an IELTS. This is included in your course fee.
If you have applied for an academic course at Anglia Ruskin University or Cambridge Ruskin International College and meet the English language requirements, you will be able to progress directly onto your course.
If you need more support to meet the English language requirements, you may need to do a Pre-sessional English Course. In this case you might be booked on to a Secure English Language Test (SELT). There is no extra charge for this, though please note you will be responsible for covering all transfer costs to the SELT test centre.
Where you will study
Your department and faculty
Our Language Centre is here to support your academic success.
We offer a wide range of English courses, including academic and general English, summer programmes and bespoke courses, as well as in-sessional English language support. There's also the chance to learn an additional language with our Anglia Language Programme – open to all ARU students and staff.
You'll find a friendly, supportive teaching environment here with highly experienced and qualified teaching staff who are dedicated to helping you pursue your ambitions.
Where can I study?
Cambridge
Our campus is close to the centre of Cambridge, often described as the perfect student city.
How to apply
Complete the English for University Studies application form on this page, and email to lsu@anglia.ac.uk.
You'll also need to send us a copy of your English test. For international students we would recommend that you take an IELTS for entry onto the English for University Studies course. If you're applying from the EU we can accept other English tests; email lsu@anglia.ac.uk for more information.
For the English for University Studies course, you will need to apply for a Short Term Study Visa (previously known as a Student Visitor Visa). If you're planning to continue onto a Pre-sessional course you may wish to apply for a Tier 4 visa.
Entry requirements
You should be aged 18 or over at the start of this course.
The English for University Studies course is suitable for students with a minimum of IELTS 4.0 or above (we would not recommend this course for anyone with an IELTS of more than 6.5). As a general guide we would recommend the longer programmes for applicants with an IELTS range of 4.0-5.0, especially if you are planning to apply for an academic course. The shorter programmes are generally more suitable for applicants of an intermediate level.