Learn the academic language and skills crucial for STEMM degrees
Our summer pre-sessional courses help you learn the real academic language and communication skills that you need for successful study at Imperial.
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Two different courses are offered on campus in South Kensington. The 6-week course is an assessed course for meeting the English language requirement of your offer. The 3-week course is an orientation course. Both courses are ideal preparation for your first term, giving you the opportunity to upgrade your academic skills, make friends and settle into life at Imperial.
Select the appropriate pathway below to find out further information about entry requirements, how to apply, and frequently asked questions.
Please note that the current details on these web pages relate to Summer 2024 courses. Register your interest and we will email you once the pages have been updated with 2025 details.
Pathways
6-week pre-sessional course
Who should choose this pathway?
- You are a prospective postgraduate student with a conditional offer
- You have not yet met the English language requirement for your degree programme
Course dates: 12 August–20 September 2024
3-week pre-sessional course
Who should choose this pathway?
- You are a prospective undergraduate or postgraduate student
- You have already met the English language requirement for your degree programme
- Your offer will be unconditional by the start of the 3-week course
Course dates: 2–20 September 2024
Any questions?
If you have any questions, please consult our Frequently asked questions page.
For any further queries or support, please email presessional@ic.ac.uk.