Pre-Sessional English University Programme

Program Overview

It offers personalized tutoring, small group instruction, and a comprehensive curriculum covering reading, writing, speaking, listening, and study skills. The program fosters confidence in studying in the UK, acclimates students to British culture, and provides support for academic and personal development.

Program Outline

It aims to improve students' English language and study skills in preparation for university. The program is offered in two durations: 8 weeks and 12 weeks.

Objectives:

• Improve language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Enhance confidence in studying in the UK.
• Acclimatize to living and studying in the UK.
• Make friends with fellow students.

Teaching:

• Teaching takes place in small groups.
• Each student is assigned a personal tutor who they meet with at least once per week to discuss their progress.
• The course includes 23 hours of instruction per week, with additional homework assignments.

Other:

• The program focuses on developing language skills in the four disciplines of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Students are taught different language techniques, including:
• Improving grammatical skills
• Increasing vocabulary
• Enhancing sentence and paragraph structure
• Improving reading skills and identifying key information and arguments
• Interpreting tables and graphs
• Tackling multiple choice questions
• Speaking coherently and logically
• The course also introduces students to study skills needed for university, such as:
• Note-taking in lectures and classes
• Writing summaries
• Writing extended pieces of work
• Making presentations
• The program provides personalized support from academic tutors who help students develop their study plans.
• The program helps students adapt their skills and knowledge to the British academic environment.
• SCL International College offers modern classrooms with the latest hardware and software, libraries, and 24/7 access to online resources.
• The college has an international environment with staff from all over the world.
• The college offers on-site accommodation with en-suite bathrooms, kitchenettes, and optional cleaning and linen services.
• The college hosts regular activities for students.
• The college has small class sizes, averaging 5 students per class (maximum 12).
• The college is located in London, providing easy access to the city, airports, and railway stations.
• Students receive discounts to local restaurants, cafes, and shops.