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Our In-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) short courses are free to students already registered on a course at the University.

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Course summary

Our In-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) short courses are free for students who are already studying at the University. If you are a new applicant and want to improve your English before starting your university course, you should take one of our Pre-Sessional EAP short courses instead.

The In-Sessional EAP short courses include two types of modules:

General English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

These modules are open to students from all subjects. Most are designed for students who speak English as a second or foreign language, but we also offer courses for students who have studied in English or have English as their first language.

English for Business Studies (EBS)

These modules are for students studying business-related subjects whose first language is not English.

Both the EAP and EBS modules will help you develop your English and academic skills so you can do well in your main course. Classes are organised by level and skill, allowing you to choose the areas you want to improve.

Each semester is divided into two five-week teaching blocks, and you can take up to two courses per block.

Please note: these courses are in addition to your main course and do not count for credits towards your degree.

How you'll learn

Our language classes are interactive and flexible, designed to help you improve your English in a practical way.

Each session includes a mix of whole-class, group, pair, and individual activities. You'll take part in discussions, debates, presentations, and writing tasks, and use tools such as Sanako language learning software and other online resources. You’ll also review grammar and vocabulary and practise analysing texts.

All sessions are supported by Canvas, where you can find important course materials, practice activities, and submit work for feedback. If you're taking an online class, you'll also use Sanako Connect, a web-based platform for language learning.

You can also use the Language Centre for homework or self-study, where you’ll have access to learning materials and support from a Language Technician.

Each course includes two hours of class per week, plus 30 minutes for optional tutorials.

Courses last five weeks per block, with an extra week for feedback and tutorials. You can take one or two courses per block, and you may join EAP courses in any year of your studies.

Because every student’s English level and needs are different, there is no fixed set of courses you must take. Instead, our course allows you to progress from beginner to advanced academic English.

These courses are unaccredited, so don't count towards your main degree, but you'll complete assessments during the course. If you attend regularly, you'll receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Entry requirements

Fees and finance support

This course is free to students who are already registered at the University.

Apply now

You can apply for free English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and English for Business Studies (EBS) courses if you're a current student at the University. These courses are in-sessional modules, meaning they run during term time.

EAP: General English for Academic Purposes

These modules are for students from any subject. Most courses are designed for students who've studied English as a second or foreign language, but we also offer courses for students who've been educated in English or for whom English is their native language.

EBS: English for Business Studies

These courses are tailored to the needs of students in business-related subjects whose first language isn't English.

Semester structure guide for EAP and EBS courses

Each semester contains two 5-week teaching blocks (Block A, Block B, Block C, Block D):

Semester 1

  • EAP Block A: 6 October 2025 – 6 November 2025
  • EAP Block B: 24 November 2025 – 15 January 2026
  • EBS Block A: 20 October 2025 – 20 November 2025
  • EBS Block B: 5 January 2026 – 5 February 2026

Semester 2

  • EAP Block C: 2 February 2026 – 5 March 2026
  • EAP Block D: 20 April 2026 – 21 May 2026
  • EBS Block C: 23 February 2026 – 26 March 2026
  • EBS Block D: 20 April 2026 – 21 May 2026

Please note, registration for each block closes at the end of the second week of teaching.

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Registrations for Block A and Block B courses open on Monday, 8 September 2025.

Disclaimer

We want to make sure you have clear and accurate information about our courses. Our website always shows the latest updates. If you’ve applied and been offered a place, we’ll contact you in writing if anything important changes.

View our programme specifications(opens in new tab) for further information about what the course covers, learning outcomes and the skills you'll gain when you graduate.