Pre-sessional English Language Programme 2025

An Academic English programme to improve students' English language level prior to them starting a postgraduate programme at the University of Edinburgh.

Applications for Pre-sessional English Summer 2025 will open on Monday 20 January at 09:00 (GMT).

 

Summer 2025 Programme Options

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Students at the University of Edinburgh

We're delighted that you're interested in attending our Summer Pre-sessional English Language Programme. 

There are two options for the 2025 summer pre-sessional: 10-week and 6-week in-person programmes.

The programme you choose will depend on meeting the pre-requisites and entry requirements, which can be found on the programme information pages. 

ProgrammeCoursesDatesFees
10-week Programme

Phase 1: English for General Academic Purposes - EGAP (4 weeks)

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Phase 2: English for Specific Academic Purposes - ESAP (6 weeks)

Monday 16 June - Friday 22 August 2025£6429
6-week ProgrammePhase 2: English for Specific Academic Purposes - ESAP (6 weeks)Monday 14 July - Friday 22 August 2025£3858

The 10-week programme consists of 4-weeks of Essentials of English for Academic Purposes (EEAP) and 6-weeks English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAP).

The English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAP) course you select depends on your academic specialism.

Please read this section carefully for key information related to CAS issuance and visas.

Applications will open on Monday 20 January for both the 10 and 6-week programmes for 2025 entry.

Summer accommodation in Edinburgh.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Summer Pre-sessional English Programme.

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BALEAP

BALEAP Accreditation

The British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes (BALEAP) inspects and accredits Academic English courses against rigorous criteria covering five categories to give an assurance of quality to students, and to support staff across the profession in meeting and exceeding these agreed standards.

Accreditation occurs every four years. Comments from the 2019 report on our summer courses include:

"There is clear information and guidance for students on leaving the Presessional Course. Of particular note is the care taken to offer alternative pathways for the few students who fail to meet their target grades for progression into their intended academic course of study."

"The student experience is very well supported by central university services."

Visit BALEAP website [External Link]