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Online Pre-sessional English

University of East Anglia International Study Centre

Improve your English language skills to the level required by your University of East Anglia degree, from anywhere in the world. This intensive programme offers progress of 0.5–1.0 IELTS points per term (depending on course length).

You’ll increase your confidence in English reading, writing, listening and speaking – both in social and academic settings – with a focus on subject-specific vocabulary and study skills.

Our online course is highly interactive, offering the same expert teaching and high standards as our in-person classes. If you prefer to learn face-to-face, we also offer an on-campus Pre-sessional English course.

Key Information

  • A visa-free online programme for intensive English language and study skills preparation.
  • 98% of Online Pre-sessional English students progress to a UK university (based on students who completed the programme in 2024).
  • Suitable for students with an offer to start a degree at the University of East Anglia in January and February 2026.
  • Develop essential study skills in academic writing, reading, listening and speaking – from anywhere in the world.
  • Assessments include writing/reading/listening tests, a research essay and an academic presentation.
  • Students who successfully complete all parts of the course are guaranteed a place at the University of East Anglia (assuming that all other conditions outlined in their university offer letter have been met).

Course Details

Online Pre-sessional English

University of East Anglia International Study Centre

Age Requirement

16

Academic Requirements
Offer of a place at UEA.
English Language Requirements
A maximum of 0.5 IELTS lower than the level required by your University School of Study, both overall and in subskills.

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

Academic Year 2025/26

13 October 2025 - 5 December 2025

  • Term 1: 13 October 2025 - 5 December 2025

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 3,750.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 70.00 - 415.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 4,570.00 - 4,915.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon