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Pre-sessional English Course for Undergraduates

Everything you need to know about our Pre-sessional English Course for Undergraduates, including information on the course structure, teaching, assessment, fees and course dates.

Why choose Pre-sessional English at UCL?

A global top 10 university: we’re ninth in the world according to the QS World University Rankings 2025.

Prepare and integrate: develop the academic skills in English you’ll need to study a degree at UCL and be introduced to the UCL community before you start your degree.

Route to success: 82% of 2024 students are now studying on a UCL undergraduate degree.

Exceptional English language preparation: successfully completing this course satisfies UCL's English language requirement for undergraduate study.

Quality teaching: you will be taught by an approachable and dedicated tutor who will prepare you for your studies at UCL.

London’s Global University: you’ll be joining a welcoming, supportive environment of international students and staff.

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Entry requirements

Find out about the eligibility for this course, including which English tests we accept and the grades you need.

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Course information

Learn about the course structure, teaching, assessment, course fee and course dates.

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How to apply

Find out about our admissions process. This includes documents you need to submit and accepting your offer.

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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to questions frequently asked by prospective Pre-sessional English students.

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Useful links

Here are some useful links to things like student support, visas & immigration and accommodation.