(Full time) 2021 start
Language for Business: Economics and Finance
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Overview
Teaching method
If covid-19 restrictions allow, this course will be taught using a blended teaching method. This means that some of your study will be online with weekly live online classes and consultations and you’ll have opportunities for face-to-face teaching or consultations on campus from August 2021.
Please note that if covid-19 restrictions change, any on-campus teaching, meetings or activities may be delivered online.
If you’re not able to travel to the UK due to covid-19 or travel restrictions in your country, you’ll be able to complete your pre-sessional course online.
Course overview
If English is not your first language, this course will help you to improve your academic English language skills to the level needed to study one of our Masters degrees in economics and finance and prepare you for life and study in the UK.
In this specialised pre-sessional English course, you’ll learn how to use academic reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in the context of your subject area, preparing you for postgraduate study in the fields of economics and finance.
To support your learning, you’ll have access to our Language Zone – a study and resource centre for independent language learning equipped with a computer cluster for personal study, books and magazines, audio and video resources. You’ll also be able to take part in workshops, language groups and language advice drop-ins to get the most out of your studies.
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Course content
The curriculum for this course is developed in collaboration with Leeds University Business School and is informed by research in English language teaching.
During the first four weeks of your course, you’ll improve your academic English language ability for postgraduate study in the field of business.
As your course progresses, in the final six weeks you’ll focus more closely on the skills you’ll need for your subject area, studying with students progressing to economics and finance degrees. You’ll have the chance to listen to introductory academic lectures, exploring different themes over six weeks. You’ll work on understanding this content and the language used, along with core texts, through a series of language classes and seminars.
Course structure
The list shown below represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.
Learning and teaching
You’ll learn how to use language appropriate for your degree to express your thoughts and ideas effectively.
You’ll work individually and with others. Independent study is an important element of this course, allowing you to practise your skills, deepen your knowledge and prepare for your degree. Throughout the course, you’ll be encouraged to think critically.
The first four weeks of your course will be taught online. You’ll take part in live online classes with other students, have virtual consultations with tutors and have independent study time.
In the remaining six weeks (from 2 August 2021), if covid-19 restrictions allow, teaching will be a blend of online and in-person. This means you’ll have opportunities for face-to-face teaching or consultations on campus which will include at least one on-campus meeting a week with your tutors and other students.
You’ll have online access to all the software and University systems you’ll need to study this course. You’ll study using Microsoft Teams, Zoom and the University’s virtual learning environment, Minerva, and you’ll have an introduction to these platforms before your course starts.
Classes normally take place between 9am and 5pm from Monday to Friday (find out when the University will be closed). You won‘t be expected to study live online sessions at night.
Teaching staff at the Language Centre contribute to academic research in language teaching. This research informs our course content, which means you’ll receive high quality teaching designed to help you get the most out of your studies.
On this course you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.
Assessment
We use a range of assessment methods, which are likely to include written assignments, speaking assignments, presentations and research projects.
Applying, fees and funding
Entry requirements
- A minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0
- One component below 6.0 allowed, at 5.5 - this can be in reading or writing
- No components below 5.5
If you're going on to study MSc Transport Economics, to apply for this pre-sessional you'll need:
- A minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0
- Two components at 5.5 allowed
- No components below 5.5
For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
The minimum age for students studying on this course is 18 years old.
How to apply
Deadline to apply: 4 May 2021, 5pm
If you experience any difficulties when applying, please contact the admissions enquiries team.
If you need a Student visa to study in the UK and have met the academic conditions of your Masters course, we may issue one Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which will cover your pre-sessional and your Masters course so that you only need to apply for one visa. Find out more.
Read about visas, immigration and other information in International students. We recommend that international students apply as early as possible to ensure that they have time to apply for their visa.
Admissions policy
Language Centre Admissions Policy 2021
Fees
- UK: £4,380 (total)
- International: £4,380 (total)
Read more about how to pay.
Additional cost information
All learning materials are included in the tuition fee. The Language Centre provides a weekly programme of optional social activities during this course. Some of these are free, and some have a cost, normally no more than £30.
Accommodation is not included in the tuition fee.
There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about additional costs