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Pre-Sessional Programmes

Our Pre-Sessional programmes are designed to equip you with the English language and academic skills you need to succeed on your chosen undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.

English Language Entry Requirements

Students must demonstrate their level of English in order to be placed on the correct 13-week, 9-week, 5-week, or Foundation programme. Students can demonstrate their English level with any of the tests listed here.

 

Summer Pre-Sessional Programmes

Queen Mary's Summer Pre-Sessional programmes run for 13 weeks, 9 weeks or 5 weeks. It is open to international students, and to students who wish to perfect their English and acclimatise to life in the UK in preparation for studies.
On-Campus Online
The Pre-Sessional course was really helpful to me. I had classes with plenty of exercises, which helped me to improve my English skills in an academic environment. I also had a preview of my main course, having regular lectures, writing essays and practising presentations, with really good individual feedback. Thus, I am much more prepared now in my Master's degree.
— Charlotte Altschul, Pre-Sessional English
The Pre-Sessional was the most valuable experience I have had, not only in improving my English, but also in gaining knowledge of the economic and political situations in foreign countries, and having the opportunity to meet students with job experience. The teachers were very kind and cooperative and I now completely understand the structure of academic essays.
— Ryohei Iwanari, Pre-Sessional English
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