Pre-Sessional English

Study Pre-Sessional English in London

Prepare for your University of Portsmouth London (UoPL) degree or London Pathway College (LPC) pathway course with our Pre-Sessional English courses, delivered face-to-face in East London. These courses help international students who don’t yet meet the required English language proficiency for direct entry. With focused support, you'll improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills while developing critical thinking, communication, and research abilities. A single visa can cover your studies from LPC through to your degree at UoPL, ensuring a smooth academic journey.

Key benefits include:

• Multiple entry points throughout the year - created to ensure you are able to progress onto your chosen onward course on successful completion of the PSE 

• Enhanced communication and academic skills

• Confidence in participating in seminars and delivering presentations

• Development of independent study skills for university success

Achieve your goals with LPC’s Pre-Sessional English and seamlessly transition into your degree programme.

English Language Requirements 

The table below outlines the English Language Requirements for our Pre-Sessional English courses at London Pathway College. These requirements vary depending on whether you are applying for undergraduate or postgraduate study, and the duration of your course depends on your current IELTS score. The courses range from 6 to 10 weeks in length. We also offer a 15 week course for students who need a little more time to develop their English language for study at a British University. All our pre-sessional courses are designed to ensure students are well-prepared for their academic journey at the University of Portsmouth London please contact us for more information about the 15 week English Language Course.

* ( ) means "with no component score below this level" in the brackets