English Language
International Fee:
£4,000 per term
From IELTS 4.5 with no single element below 4.0, or equivalent
3 or 6 months
20 hours
16-18
In-class tests
Not available
Not available
October, January 2022, July 2022
06 September 2021
You will learn English but perhaps not as you may have learnt it before.
Designed specifically for international students, the English for University Study (EUS) offers you an opportunity to explore what it is like to study at University. This programme is applicable for those of you who have had little opportunity to learn a subject in English or are looking for a more gradual introduction into studying at University.
During the EUS programme you will develop not only your everyday English language confidence but also the skills required to join an academic course at University. You will practice your newly acquired English skills alongside other likeminded international students in a friendly and supportive environment.
We offer both a 3 and 6 month programme, your choice will depend on your entry level and how long you would like to experience learning and living at a Northumbria Newcastle University.
The programme has been designed especially for international students looking to develop their English language skills in the UK. You will learn about techniques to record and develop your vocabulary as well as your knowledge of key aspects of grammar. This will be learnt through a number of ways including communicative and task-based learning.
This will include the development of your reading and writing strategies alongside encouragement to effectively participate in seminars and presentations and in doing enhance your listening and speaking skills.
Through this approach you will become more confident in all forms of English language communication.
You will experience the same assessments as those studying for an academic programme at Northumbria University, through in-class tests. Providing you with an opportunity to receive feedback on work and how you are developing the skills necessary to succeed at University.
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Whilst this is a standalone course, we encourage you to take the opportunity to explore the courses of study available at Northumbria and choose the right one for you.
Target coursesApplicants should have the following:
Entry requirements are broad, the below is a guide as to the suitable IELTS level
All English language qualifications must be from an UKVI Approved centre.
You must be over 16 years old
Enquire nowThe purpose of this module is for you to engage in language and skills learning which will empower you to develop techniques to become a better language learner.
A range of approaches are adopted to accelerate your learning in this module. Your tutor will adapt their style of delivery to enhance individual and group participation and engagement. During this module your module tutor will provide academic support including:
Please note that your tuition fees do not include the cost of course books that you may choose to purchase, stationery, printing and photocopying, accommodation, living expenses, travel or any other extracurricular activities. As a Northumbria University Pathway student, you will have full access to our online digital library with over 400,000 e-books and 50,000 electronic journals.
The modules you will study do not require you to purchase additional textbooks and all materials will be provided within the course fee.
Enquire now to find out more information about the course, studying with us, the application process, and to ask any other questions you may have.
Enquire nowWhen you are ready, you can apply online to study the English for University Studies programme. Applying online allows you to upload all of your supporting documents and you will automatically receive your student application number.
Apply onlineWe strongly recommend that you submit your application as early as possible to allow you to complete all of the preparations needed to study your programme. After receiving your offer it can take time to arrange your finances and apply for your visa (if required) and it is important that you arrive in good time to enrol on to your course. Please refer to the Dates and Fees page.
If you are unable to apply online, then you can download a PDF application form and email it to pathway.admissions@northumbria.ac.uk.
Download application formFor us to assess your application in a timely manner, it is important that you provide us with the following documents:
You can check more information on how to apply here, including guidelines for the application forms.
“The lecturers are really friendly and explain things thoroughly. If I do not fully understand things, they will explain things clearly until they are confident that I know all the information I need to complete my assignments.”
Adebayo Abdulganiyu Mustapha
International Foundation Programme