English for University Study and Summer Pre-Sessional English Language Programmes School of English and Languages

ENGLISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY

Home to students from over 140 countries, the University of Surrey is set in the heart of the English countryside, on a safe and beautiful lakeside campus in the pretty town of Guildford. It is just 33 minutes from Central London by train and close to both Heathrow and Gatwick International Airports. The Guardian University Guide 2015 positions the University of Surrey as 6th overall in the UK. With over 130 undergraduate degrees and 150 postgraduate taught programmes covering a range of subject disciplines, the University has an excellent academic reputation offering a wide variety of subjects and provides students with great potential for future success.

The School of English and Languages The School of English and Languages, which is part of the Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate taught degrees as well as a number of high quality English language programmes.

Year-round full-time English preparation courses: October to June (10, 20 or 30 weeks) English for University Study is an English language preparation programme for international students whose first language is not English and who are intending to begin a degree at a British university. Students study for 21 hours a week and are placed in classes according to their level and needs. On all three courses students will receive individual support from administrative and academic staff including one-to-one tutorials. While most English for University Study students continue onto summer pre-sessional courses and degrees at Surrey, some choose to study 2

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English for University Study will help you to: »  Achieve the IELTS score you need for a presessional or degree course »  Begin your summer pre-sessional or degree course with confidence »  Improve your language fluency and accuracy »  Participate in discussions and give presentations »  Develop your academic writing and study skills »  Engage in independent learning »  Learn time management and other organisational skills »  Become familiar with the University’s learning facilities »  Adapt to university life at Surrey

All students will experience: »  A full-time programme - 21 hours of class time per week »  A safe, welcoming environment »  Highly experienced and qualified tutors »  Individual support including one to one tutorials »  Introduction to current UK study methods »  Full access to all university facilities including the library and IT »  Use of a well-equipped multi-media Language Study Area Some University accommodation is available. See page 7 for details.

ENGLISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY

English for University Study 1 and 2 English for University Study 1 and 2, starting in October and January, focus largely on language development in order to help you gain the IELTS score which you need to progress onto your degree or a summer Pre-Sessional course. Academic English and study skills which are needed on a degree course are also introduced. These cover areas such as presentation and discussion skills, longer academic essays, and listening and note taking skills for lectures. There is a combination of continuous and final exam assessment on both courses.

English for University Study 3 English for University Study 3, starting in April, places a much greater emphasis on academic English and is therefore also suitable for students who already have the IELTS score they need for their degree course but who want to be well-prepared for their studies. As well as continuing to improve your general English level, you develop your research, critical thinking and academic writing skills in order to produce a longer fully referenced academic essay. There is continuous assessment throughout the course. Example timetable for English for University Study: Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

IELTS Preparation

Academic Writing

Guided Self-Study in the Language Study Area

Presentation Skills

Thursday

Friday

Academic Writing

IELTS Preparation

Mornings 10:00-12:50 IELTS Preparation

Afternoons 14:00-15:40 Grammar Workshop

Listening and Discussion Skills

Guided Self-Study

Please note that the course contents will vary according to the level and requirements of the students. Entry level guide for English for University Study: Current Level

Period of Study

Start Date

IELTS Overall 4.5 with no lower than 4.0 in each component

30 weeks

(EUS1) October

IELTS Overall 5.0 with no lower than 4.5 in each component

20 weeks

(EUS1 or 2) October or January

IELTS Overall 5.5 with no lower than 4.5 in each component

10 weeks

(EUS1/2 or 3) October, January or April

These are the minimum requirements and students entering with these scores may also need to do a summer Pre-sessional course, for which they must have the required IELTS score (see entry requirements for Pre-Sessional courses). Please see our website for details of course dates and fees. surrey.ac.uk/english-for-university-study

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SUMMER PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMMES – OVERVIEW Our Pre-Sessional English language programmes are designed as intensive English preparation for international students planning to study on a degree programme at the University of Surrey and who wish to improvetheir language skills, or for whom successful completion of a presessional course is a condition of their degree offer. Our programmes last 12, 8 or 5 weeks depending on your level of English language. If you attend and successfully complete any of the Pre-Sessional English language programmes, you will be able to progress directly onto your chosen University of Surrey degree without the need to re-take any external language tests. Our Pre-Sessional programmes help you to: »  Begin your degree course with confidence »  Research and complete academic assignments »  Develop academic writing and study skills »  Engage in critical thinking and independent learning »  Improve language and fluency »  Learn time management and other organisational skills »  Participate in seminars and give presentations »  Learn about university life at Surrey »  Become familiar with all learning facilities Summer Pre-Sessional Courses include a varied social programme designed to help you settle into life at the University, make new friends and explore British culture. Examples of activities include: »  Day trips to places of interest e.g. Brighton, Oxford, Windsor »  Sporting activities »  Cinema and theatre visits »  Welcome and Farewell parties

Summer Pre-Sessional English Language Programmes – Entrance Requirements The Pre-Sessional course you should follow depends on your incoming language proficiency and the level you need to achieve for your chosen degree. The tables below indicate the length of Pre-Sessional study you need, based on the difference between your current IELTS level and the English language requirement for your degree course at the University of Surrey. Prospective students need to have fulfilled these requirements before the start of their course. PreSessional programme

Your degree offer

Your current score

6.5 with no lower than 6.0 in each component

5.5 with a 12 weeks minimum score of 5.0 in each component

6.5 with no lower than 6.0 in each component

6.0 with a 8 weeks minimum score of 5.5 in each component

6.5 with no lower than 6.0 in each component

6.5 with 5.5 in 5 weeks one component OR have already achieved IELTS requirements

7.0 with no lower than 6.5 in each component

6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

12 weeks

7.0 with no lower than 6.5 in each component

6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component

8 weeks

7.0 with no lower than 6.5 in each component

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The programmes are all intensive and include 21 hours of class time per week. All courses cover the following skills: »  Academic writing »  Academic reading »  Academic listening and note taking »  Preparing and delivering presentations »  Structuring paragraphs »  Avoiding plagiarism and poor academic practice »  Critical research skills »  Study skills »  Writing extended essays »  Using the library and IT facilities

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Pre-Sessional 5 (PS5) This is an intensive programme in which students complete academic assignments and give presentations, have access to all University facilities and are able to learn how to make the most of their time at the University of Surrey. It is a great opportunity to ensure that you are fully aware of the requirements for success during your studies at Surrey even if you already have a high level of English.

Pre-Sessional 12 (PS12) and PreSessional 8 (PS8)

Pre-Sessional English for Management (PSEM) 5 Weeks

These are rigorous programmes designed to improve your overall competence in English language and to develop general academic skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking and study skills. They are designed to take students up to the level of English ability required by the University of Surrey. There is a combination of continuous and final exam assessment.

PSEM is specifically designed for students going on to study any of the Masters level Management degrees at the University of Surrey. The major components of this programme are drawn from key Management areas such as Strategy and Marketing. In addition, you develop the necessary academic skills required to complete written assignments and reports as well as discussion activities and oral skills. This course provides a firm basis for success in Management studies in English.

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G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N

Accommodation

Sponsored Students

University accommodation in self-catering, single study-bedrooms is available for summer Pre-Sessional students. However, you are strongly advised to apply early. Students on all 3 EUS courses should apply as soon as possible because accommodation is limited and in high demand. En suite (private bathroom) or standard (shared bathroom) is available, and up-to-date information about accommodation fees can be found on our web pages. Please complete the accommodation section of the application form. Alternatively, you can also arrange your own accommodation off campus.

If a professional organisation, ministry or embassy is sponsoring you, complete the online application form and send it to us with a letter from your sponsor guaranteeing payment for the English language programme. We will send you a letter of confirmation and an invoice will be sent to your sponsor.

For more information please contact: T: +44 (0)1483 689911 E: [email protected] www.surrey.ac.uk/presessionals

Application and Payment Full information about course fees and payment is available at: www.surrey.ac.uk/ presessionals All applicants are asked to complete the online application form and send it to us with the relevant documents and your deposit which can be paid through our website. We will send you a letter of confirmation via email once we have received these. You will also be sent joining instructions. Full payment of fees is due a minimum of 4 weeks before the start of your course.

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School of English and Languages University of Surrey Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH, UK T: +44 (0)1483 689 911 E: [email protected]

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Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this brochure at the time of going to press. The University reserves the right, however, to introduce changes to the information given including the addition, withdrawal or restructuring of degree programmes. The University is reviewing the structure of undergraduate modules which may result in some amendments to module titles and content. July 2014

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