The Language Centre offers a variety of courses for home students, international students, Edge Hill University staff, and members of the local community.
Home student’s interested in studying a language as part of a main degree, or on a supplementary basis, can find full details on our learn a language page.
The Language Centre offers pathway and foundation programmes for students needing extra support before joining their main courses.
Pre-Sessional English
If you are an international student wishing to study at Edge Hill University but you do not have the English language requirements for your chosen degree programme, a Pre-Sessional Course can help you achieve the level you need.
Courses take 5 and 20 weeks. The length of the course you study depends on your current English language level, and the level required for the degree programme you’re applying to.
The International Foundation Programme has been specifically developed for international students who want to study for an undergraduate degree but do not possess British A Level qualifications (Year 13) or equivalent or who need to improve their English language proficiency.
The STEM Foundation Year provides the opportunity to study an integrated four year programme where you will complete a Foundation Year before progressing onto a degree in biology, computer science, computer engineering, or geography and geology, subject to passing all assessments.
Fastrack is an intensive, seven-week preparation for higher education programme for adults. Comprising of one week of preparation and six weeks of full-time study, it is designed to enhance your subject knowledge, introducing you to key elements in your chosen degree subject. The programme is free of charge to UK students.
