Is English not your first language? Do you need to improve to meet language conditions of your degree offer? Are you simply looking to practise your English skills? We're here to help.
Our team at Strathclyde has an excellent record of delivering English courses of varying lengths and levels throughout the year. Our programme includes courses in General English, English for Academic Purposes and Study Skills.
We provide support and advice to all non-native English speaking students at the University of Strathclyde.
What course is for me?
Online Pre-sessional courses 2019-20
These courses are for international students looking to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Strathclyde and who need to improve their English language skills to meet the language conditions of their degree offer.
Online Modules 1-3 Academic English & Study Skills 2019-2020
Each week of this course has 21 hours of task-based communicative and collaborative learning, during which you'll be monitored by a team of experienced tutors. The focus is on real situations and tasks that you'll be likely to perform in your future studies.
Strategies for understanding lectures and talks, tips on giving presentations, writing essays and reports and advice on how to use the e-library and the internet for research are among the areas covered in this course.
In-sessional 2019-20
International students in a full-time degree programme who'd like to work on their English language and academic skills can benefit from free class tuition on our in-sessional courses. You can receive tuition of up to four hours a week for as long as you are at Strathclyde.
In-Sessional General English and English for Academic Purposes
As well as General English and English for Academic Purposes, we can provide support in one-to-one consultations for students needing advice on their language and academic skills. We'll help you improve your English both for studying and everyday communication.