Online Pre-sessional English
Newcastle University International Study Centre
Improve your English language skills to the level required by your Newcastle University degree, from anywhere in the world. This intensive programme offers progress of 0.5–1.0 IELTS points per term (depending on course length).
You’ll increase your confidence in English reading, writing, listening and speaking – both in social and academic settings – with a focus on subject-specific vocabulary and study skills.
Our online course is highly interactive, offering the same expert teaching and high standards as our in-person classes. If you prefer to learn face-to-face, we also offer an on-campus Pre-sessional English course.
Key Information
- A visa-free online programme for intensive English language and study skills preparation.
- 98% of Online Pre-sessional English students progress to a UK university (based on students who completed the programme in 2024).
- Suitable for students with an offer to start a degree at Newcastle University in September 2025.
- Develop essential study skills in academic writing, reading, listening and speaking – from anywhere in the world.
- Assessments include writing/reading/listening tests, a research essay and an academic presentation.
- Students who successfully complete all parts of the course are guaranteed a place at Newcastle University (assuming that all other conditions outlined in their university offer letter have been met).
Age Requirement
17
Academic Requirements
Offer of a place at Newcastle University.English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5 in any subskill and a 5.5 in writing) or equivalentNote: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025 Summer Start (June)
Course start date : 30 June 2025 - Course end date: 22 August 2025
- Semester 1 summer: 30 June 2025 - 22 August 2025
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 3,750.00
Accommodation
£ 1,914.00 - 12,325.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 250.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 80.00 - 425.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 500.00
Approximate cost
£ 6,494.00 - 17,250.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.
The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2025 – 31 August 2026 and are for indicative purposes only.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 2025 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.