strathclyde pre-sessional

pre-sessional with brit LC

The Strathclyde pre-sessional course is another great option for future UK university students. This 12-week or 8-week course (course length depends on the student’s starting level of English) can be used in lieu of an IELTS score so our students can skip that sometimes frustrating exam. As this course is 2 or 6 weeks longer than our Heriot-Watt PSE course, the Strathclyde course accepts students with a lower initial English level. This course is accepted by 26 universities (please see below) so as long as your future university is on the list, you can join this course and skip the IELTS. Students will not only improve their English, but also get to learn and practice key academic skills that will give them a head start in their university studies.

Run over 12 weeks or 8 weeks, the Strathclyde pre-sessional course is taught by highly qualified, Strathclyde certified instructors. Students will learn how to use and make academic references, create academic posters, write reports, how to take exams, write dissertations, and more.

Please see below for more specific details on the Strathclyde pre-sessional course.

The Strathclyde pre-sessional course is another great option for future UK university students. This 12-week or 8-week course (course length depends on the student’s starting level of English) can be used in lieu of an IELTS score so our students can skip that sometimes frustrating exam. As this course is 2 to 6 weeks longer than our Heriot-Watt PSE course, the Strathclyde course accepts students with a lower initial English level. This course is accepted by 26 universities (please see below) so as long as your future university is on the list, you can join this course and skip the IELTS. Students will not only improve their English, but also get to learn and practice key academic skills that will give them a head start in their university studies.

Please see below for more specific details on the Strathclyde pre-sessional course.

University of Strathclyde

Located in Glasgow, the University of Strathclyde was established in 1796 “as ‘a place of useful learning’, they’re a leading technological University with around 23,000 students from more than 100 nations.” The university was named “University of the Year” in 2012 and 2019 by Times Higher Education.

Strathclyde is ranked 1st in the UK for various subjects such as account, finance, and social policy.
Strathclyde Business School is ranked in the top 10 for the UK.

University Ranking

Ranked 1st in the UK in Accounting & Finance
Ranked 1st in the UK in Forensic Science
Top 3 UK in Biomedical Engineering
Top 5 UK in Biology, Biomedicine, Chemistry, and Pharmacy
Top 10 UK in Business Management and Economics
Top 10 UK in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering
Top 10 UK in Law, Politics, and Public Policy
Renowned for Renewable Energy and Electrical Power

Strathclyde is ranked 1st in the UK for various subjects such as account, finance, and social policy.
Strathclyde Business School is ranked in the top 10 for the UK.

University Ranking

Ranked 1st in the UK in Accounting & Finance
Ranked 1st in the UK in Forensic Science
Top 3 UK in Biomedical Engineering
Top 5 UK in Biology, Biomedicine, Chemistry, and Pharmacy
Top 10 UK in Business Management and Economics
Top 10 UK in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering
Top 10 UK in Law, Politics, and Public Policy
Renowned for Renewable Energy and Electrical Power

STRATHCLYDE PRE-SESSIONAL IS ACCEPTED BY:

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12-week pre-sessional

12-week or 8-week Pre-Sessional

Meet university language requirements
Gain key academic skills for future university studies

BRIT Language Centre is an official partner of the University of Strathclyde and run their pre-sessional course in Thailand.

The course is run over either 12-weeks or 8-weeks (length of course depends on how much a student needs to improve), students can join with a lower initial English level and still gain unconditional acceptance to their university of choice, upon passing the course.

Extra Details

Total Course Cost:
- 12 week Course: 4,600 GBP
- 8 week Course: 3,185 GBP
Entry Requirements: This depends on your future university program but typically an IELTS 5.5 overall and 5.0 in all subskills. Please check with our counselors.
- Any student who does not meet the required score can request a free English language test to measure their language level. We can also provide a booster course to reach this requirement.
Documents Required for Enrolment:
- Offer letter from your UK university (if applicable)
Documents showing English level:
- Students can submit an official score (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, Pearson and etc.)
- IIf a student has completed an international program in English, they just need to provide evidence of this.
- If a student does not have either of the above, the student can contact the us for a level test and we can organize one.

Deposit: 5,000 baht. Students can pay the remaining tuition 3 weeks before course start.

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Course Structure

Schedule: Monday to Friday
Course length:
- 12 weeks or 8 weeks
Course Dates:
- 12 weeks: 22 May to 11 August, 2023
- 8 weeks: 19 June to 11 August, 2023
Time:
- 10:30 to 12:00, 13:00 to 14:30
- 10-15 minute 1:1 tutorial on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday 15:00-16:00
Independent Study:
- 20+ hours of weekly independent study
Instruction consists of:
- Classroom based learning (dependent on COVID)
- Lectures, group work, seminars, homework and self-study, e-learning platform, assignments

Course Content

Reading for Research and Study Skills: preparing students to read critically and efficiently, and identify the main and supporting points in a text
Written Literacy: preparing students to write in an appropriate academic style, summarising and synthesising ideas from a number of different academic sources, and follow academic conventions to avoid plagiarism
Oral Communication Strategies: developing students’ ability to speak fluently with peers in seminar discussions and deliver formal academic presentations
Listening Strategies: focussing on students’ listening and notetaking skills in extended academic speech in preparation for lectures
Exam Strategies: preparing students for the course exams in Listening and Reading, with practice exam material
Academic Genres: supporting students to read academic sources within their discipline area and related to their Research Project topic
Academic Workshops: consolidating the input from the week, and responding to students’ needs

Why Choose BRIT Language Centre for your Pre-Sessional?

We have assisted more than 200 students with meeting their university entrance language requirement with a pre-sessional course.
The instructors are approved and certified for teaching Pre-sessional English from a UK university.
Although the course is offered in Thailand, it is certified by the University of Strathclyde and approved by 26 UK Universities.
Students can pursue a bachelor’s and master’s degree without taking IELTS after graduation.
Receive an unconditional offer before you travel to the UK for your degree program.

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How To Apply

1. Email or Call us

2. Provide an IELTS Score or Take Our Test

3. Make a deposit payment

4. Make full payment 3 weeks before course

5. Start your course !

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take this course instead of the passing the IELTS?

Yes! One of the main benefits is that students who take and pass the course can forgo the IELTS exam. As long as your future university is on the relevant page for the PSE (Strathclyde or Heriot-Watt PSE Page), then you can use it in lieu of the IELTS.

Is this course only for improving my English level?

No – this course is mostly aimed at improving academic skills and getting students ready for the type of study found at a UK university. This gives students a great head start for their UK studies, and will definitely put them on the right path to success.

The improvement in their English is another objective of the course and students will see solid improvement in all four skills of English, in a true academic environment like they will have at university.

Are the teachers on the course Thai?

No, all the teachers are non-Thai, native English speakers who are highly qualified, having a masters or above, and are trained/approved by the university for PSE teaching.

“What is the difference between the Heriot-Watt Pre-sessional (PSE) and the University of Strathclyde PSE?”

Although both courses can be used in lieu of an IELTS score for university entrance, they have slightly different purposes. First, although some UK universities accept both courses, some universities only accept one or the other. Our counselors will make sure that your future university accepts the course before you join.

Secondly, the Heriot-Watt (HWU) course is completed over 6 weeks (weekdays), or 11 weeks (weekends), while the Strathclyde PSE course is completed over 8 or 12 weeks (weekdays). The price of the Strathclyde PSE course is higher than the HWU PSE course as it is longer.

Thirdly, because the Strathclyde course is longer, you can join the course with lower IELTS subskill scores. The specific IELTS score required for the course will depend on the university you want to attend.

Can I take the pre-sessional course even if I already have the necessary IELTS score?

Definitely – about 30% of our students on any given PSE course normally already have the required IELTS score. They’ve joined in order to get the many benefits of an academic course which prepares students for UK university studies. If you want to be as successful as possible in your university, a pre-sessional gives you a huge boost.

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Strathclyde Pre-sessional is accepted by:

University of Aberdeen
Aberystwyth University
Bangor University
Bournemouth University
University of Bristol
Brunel University London
Cardiff Metropolitan University
University of Chester
Coventry University
University for the Creative Arts
University of Dundee
University of Glasgow
The Glasgow School of Art
University of Gloucestershire
University of Hertfordshire
Keele University
Kingston University London
Leeds Beckett University
University of Leicester
University of Liverpool
University of Northampton
University of Plymouth
University of South Wales
University of Stirling
University of Strathclyde
University of Winchester

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strathclyde pre-sessional

pre-sessional with brit LC

University of Strathclyde

STRATHCLYDE PRE-SESSIONAL IS ACCEPTED BY:

12-week or 8-week Pre-Sessional

Extra Details

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Course Structure

Course Content

Why Choose BRIT Language Centre for your Pre-Sessional?

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How To Apply

Student TESTIMONIALS

Frequently Asked Questions

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Strathclyde Pre-sessional is accepted by: