Presessional English Language 30 weeks (minimum IELTS 4.5): Modules B, C and D

Key highlights

• Develops English language and academic study skills for UK university study
• Small classes of sixteen students or fewer
• All learning materials included in the programme
• Regular exams track progress in reading, writing, speaking and listening
• Completion earns a University Assessment of English (ULAE) score
• Continued language support classes and tutorials during later degree study

Entry requirements

Scholarships

• Chancellor’s International Scholarship

  This scholarship, worth £3,000 per year, reflects the University’s commitment to attracting talented students from around the world.

  Up to £3,000

• Choral Scholarships at Leicester Cathedral

  Leicester Cathedral offers three Choral Scholarships of £1,000 each year to University of Leicester students (undergraduates or postgraduates).

  Up to £1,000

• Family Loyalty Discount

  10% discount on the tuition fee for each year of your course.

  Up to 10% of fees

• International Citizens of Change Scholarship

  A £10,000 tuition fee discount will be awarded to 10 undergraduate international fee-paying students starting an undergraduate programme in September 2026 for each year of their course for up to three years.

  Up to £10,000

• International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

  This merit-based scholarship, worth £5,000 per year, is offered to international-fee-paying students applying for an undergraduate degree at the University of Leicester who achieve or exceed the academic grades outlined.

• International Undergraduate Tuition Fee Waiver

• Music Scholarship

  Music Scholarships of £500 are available for the academic year to cover the cost of music lessons for student musicians who are studying an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any subject.

  Up to £500

• Sanctuary Scholarships

  Each Sanctuary Scholarship consists of a tuition fee waiver, and a support package to be confirmed following assessment with our Welfare Service.

• Sports Scholarships - The Talented Athlete Award

  Financial contribution on agreed items up to £500 (e.g., travel expenses, equipment, specialist coaching, nutritional advice).

Cost of study

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Leicester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.