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Students can apply for our Summer "Pre-sessional" courses, which are are highly intensive and designed specifically for students who are going to study at Cardiff University in the Autumn.

The Pre-sessional English Course at Cardiff University is an 8 week or 10 week course undertaken in the summer months prior to September. It is a full-time, intensive English language programme specifically designed for international students with an offer to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level at Cardiff University.

The course syllabus includes English language skills, study skills and the academic information and training you need to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. The course consists of a programme of full-time study, usually between 9.00am and 4.00pm. This will include a minimum of 18 and a maximum of 23 contact hours per week plus assignments.

Students studying on the Pre-sessional English Course will receive educational counselling and support throughout their course. We will gladly help you to make arrangements for you to visit your new School and are happy to offer our advice and assistance during your transition.

Our international Student Advisors offer comprehensive guidance and advice to our Pre-sessional students who will need to extend their visa after completing the Presessional course.

There is an IELTS test centre at Cardiff University. If you wish to take an IELTS test, we can help you to arrange this. The examination fee is not included in the course fee.

The minimum English Language entry requirement for our Pre-sessional courses is IELTS 6.0, with at least 4.0 in each subscore.

To apply, please e-mail elt@cardiff.ac.uk or more information.