If English is not your first language, you may need to improve your skills on a pre-sessional language course before starting your degree at Sussex. Pre-sessional courses are specialist courses to prepare international and overseas students for study in UK Higher Education. Only those who already hold an offer to study at Sussex may apply for these courses.
There are two pre-sessional courses: a 10-week course and a five-week course. Which course is the right one for you will depend on your incoming language level, and the level you need to achieve for your chosen degree. The table below shows the length of pre-sessional study you need, based on the gap between your current IELTS level and the English language requirement for your course at Sussex.
| English Language Requirement of Degree Course | Minimum requirements for entry to 10 week pre-sessional | Minimum Requirements for entry to 5 week pre-sessional (Integrated or Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) | IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 5.0 | IELTS 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 |
| IELTS 7.0 (or Equivalent) | IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.5 | IELTS 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 |
*The integrated option is only available to postgraduate students who have met all academic conditions of their degree.
| Pre-sessional Course | 2013 dates | 2013 tuition fees |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 10-week pre-sessional | 24 June - 30 August | £2,920.00 |
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Integrated 5-week pre-sessional or Standard 5-week pre-sessional |
29 July - 30 August |
£1460.00 |
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If you do not meet the requirements staed above – enquire about Pre-Masters or Intensive English.