English@Brunel
Overview
English@Brunel is a year-round programme designed to improve your general and academic English to prepare you for academic study in the UK. You will have the opportunity to practise English in everyday situations, develop your knowledge and understanding of grammar and vocabulary and improve your academic skills.
Course Features
- Study only as long as you need to, with a range of courses from 10 - 50 weeks
- Small class sizes, maximum of 14 students
- Classes focus on academic English to help prepare you for studies, and general English for day to day situations
- A fun social programme, which includes weekly events on campus and trips to popular UK destinations, where you can practise your English in an informal setting and make new friends
- English language test at the end of your programme
- Visa support at the end of your programme
Course Dates & Fees
Course Dates For 2012/13
| Number of weeks | Start Date | End Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
|
17 |
1 August 2012 | 7 December 2012 | £3,920 |
|
37 |
1 August 2012 | 31 May 2013 | £8,420 |
|
49 |
1 August 2012 | 13 September 2013 | £11,120 |
|
10 |
26 September 2012 | 7 December 2012 | £2,345 |
|
30 |
26 September 2012 | 31 May 2013 | £6,845 |
|
42 |
26 September 2012 | 13 September 2013 | £9,545 |
|
26 |
24 October 2012 | 31 May 2013 | £5,945 |
|
38 |
24 October 2012 | 13 September 2013 | £8,645 |
|
18 |
9 January 2013 | 31 May 2013 | £4,145 |
|
30 |
9 January 2013 | 13 September 2013 | £6,845 |
|
14 |
6 February 2013 | 31 May 2013 | £3,245 |
|
26 |
6 February 2013 | 13 September 2013 | £5,945 |
Course Content & Assessment
The course focuses on improving your academic and general English skills. Classes will include modules on:
- General English
- Academic reading, writing and research skills
- Listening and note taking
- Seminar skills
- Pronunciation and presentation skills
- Grammar and Vocabulary Development
This is a full time programme and comprises 20 hours study per week. The course focuses on both general and academic skills
Sample Timetable
| Timetable | |
|---|---|
| Monday |
11:00-13:00 General English |
| Tuesday |
10:00-12:00 General English |
| Wednesday |
09:00-11:00 General English |
| Thursday |
09:00-11:00 General English |
| Friday |
09:00-11:00 General English |
| Saturday |
Social Programme - Oxford Day Trip |
Course Assessement
At the end of the programme, all students following the English@Brunel programme will sit the Brunel English Language Test BrunELT. You will be tested on your writing, reading, speaking and listening skills and will receive a score for each component as well as an overall score.
Progression
At the end of the programme, all students following the English@Brunel programme will sit the Brunel English Language Test BrunELT. You will be tested on your writing, reading, speaking and listening skills and will receive a score for each component as well as an overall score.
Entry Requirements
English@Brunel 2012/13
| Number of weeks | Start Date | End Date | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
|
17 |
1 August 2012 | 7 December 2012 | 5.0 - 6.5* |
|
37 |
1 August 2012 | 31 May 2013 | 4.0 - 5.5* |
|
49 |
1 August 2012 | 13 September 2013 | 4.0 - 5.0** |
|
10 |
26 September 2012 | 7 December 2012 | 5.5 - 7.0* |
|
30 |
26 September 2012 | 31 May 2013 | 4.5 - 6.0* |
|
42 |
26 September 2012 | 13 September 2013 | 4.5 - 5.5** |
|
26 |
24 October 2012 | 31 May 2013 | 4.5 - 6.5* |
|
38 |
24 October 2012 | 13 September 2013 | 4.5 - 5.5** |
|
18 |
9 January 2013 | 31 May 2013 | 5.0 - 6.5* |
|
30 |
9 January 2013 | 13 September 2012 | 4.5 - 6.0** |
|
14 |
6 February 2013 | 31 May 2013 | 5.5 - 7.0* |
|
26 |
6 February 2013 | 13 September 2013 | 5.0 - 6.5** |
* Please note this is just a guide, and the course we recommend will depend on the academic course you have applied for and the individual scores of your English qualification. **For courses running until September, students must hold an academic course offer at Brunel.
Please note the minimum age for all IPLC courses is 17.
Apply
To apply for English@Brunel you must have:
- Taken a recognised English qualification, such as IELTS or TOEFL
(If you have not taken a recognised English test please contact iplc@brunel.ac.uk to request a Placement Test) - Checked to see which start date is suitable for you
Once you have done this you can Apply online or Download an application form (and complete it in full) and email it to iplc@brunel.ac.uk
If you would like any further information on English@Brunel, please contact IPLC
