Program Overview
This 6-week pre-sessional course enhances academic English language skills for students transitioning to Masters programs in sociology, social policy, politics, and international studies. By immersing students in the UK university environment, it prepares them for academic demands, fosters community building, and develops essential reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities tailored to their chosen field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This program is a 6-week full-time pre-sessional course designed to improve academic English language skills for students pursuing Masters degrees in sociology, social policy, politics, and international studies. It aims to prepare students for the academic demands of their chosen field and help them adapt to life in the UK and at the University of Leeds.
Objectives:
- Improve academic English language skills to the level needed for a Masters degree.
- Adapt to study in the UK ahead of a degree.
- Become familiar with University facilities such as libraries, study spaces, and learning platforms.
- Settle into Leeds before a Masters begins.
- Meet other students and build a community of peers.
- Learn how to use academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in the context of the subject area.
Outline:
Content:
- The curriculum is developed in collaboration with the academic faculty and informed by research in English language teaching.
- Focuses on skills needed for the subject area, specifically for students progressing to sociology, social policy, politics, and international studies degrees.
- Includes listening to introductory academic lectures exploring different themes over six weeks.
- Students work on understanding content and language used, along with core texts, through language classes and seminars.
Structure:
- The course structure may change from time to time.
Course Schedule:
- Classes normally take place between 9am and 5pm from Monday to Friday.
Assessment:
- The course uses a range of assessment methods, which may include:
- Written assignments
- Speaking assignments
- Presentations
- Research projects
Teaching:
Methods:
- Students are taught in classes, lectures, practical sessions, and group seminars.
- They work individually and with others.
- Independent study is an important element of the course.
- Students are encouraged to think critically.
- Students are taught by expert academics, from lecturers to professors.
- They may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers.
Unique Approaches:
Other:
- The Language Centre provides a weekly program of optional social activities during the course. Some are free, and some have a cost, normally no more than £30.
- Accommodation is not included in the tuition fee.
- The course is accredited by BALEAP.
- Students have access to the Language Zone, a study and resource center for independent language learning.
- Students can participate in workshops, language groups, and language advice drop-ins.
- The course is taught by The Language Centre, Faculty of Education, Social Sciences and Law.
| Category | Fees | |:---|:---| | International | £3439 (per year) |
