Pre-sessional English online course

Our online Pre-sessional English course gives you the English skills to help you prepare for studying at Sussex, whilst learning from the comfort of home.

Apply now for Summer 2026 courses

Start your Sussex journey with confidence. The online Pre-sessional course offers you the opportunity to:

study from your home country with live teaching sessions that suit your time zone
gain the academic English skills you need for your chosen degree
achieve the required language level to feel fully prepared for your studies at Sussex.

About the online course

This course is for you if English is not your first language and you need to improve your language skills before starting your undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Sussex.

The course will focus on improving your English language skills, as well as introducing you to English for Academic Purposes.

Choosing the right course for you will depend on your incoming language level and the level you need to achieve for your chosen degree.

Who is the course for?

Our online 10-week Pre-sessional course is designed for international students who plan to study an undergraduate, postgraduate taught or postgraduate research degree at Sussex, and whose English language skills have not met the required level for direct entry onto their degree course.

Need help with your Student Visa application?

Our immigration advisers can provide guidance on applying for a Student Visa to study in the UK.

Contact us

For technical help or support contact helpdesk@oidigitalinstitute.com.

For general course enquiries contact oncourse@oidigitalinstitute.com.

You will usually get a response within 48 hours.