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Language for Politics and Society
Overview
Coronavirus (covid-19) update
Summer 2020 online delivery This course will be taught online in response to the Coronavirus outbreak. You'll be able to study your pre-sessional course from home, you won't be expected to study live online sessions at night and you won’t need a visa. If you have applied for a pre-sessional English course, please read our pre-sessional FAQs. For all other updates and information, visit our coronavirus website. |
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 sociology, social policy, politics and international studies 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 sociology, social policy, politics and international studies.
You’ll have access to online support from our Language Zone for independent language learning. You’ll be able to access the Language Zone’s digital resources and take part in online workshops, conversation practice activities and access language advice to get the most out of your studies.
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Course content
The curriculum for this course is developed in collaboration with your academic faculty and is informed by research in English language teaching.
You’ll focus closely on the skills you’ll need for your subject area, studying with students progressing to sociology, social policy, politics and international studies degrees. You’ll have the opportunity to analyse and produce academic texts in your subject area, exploring different themes over six weeks. You’ll work on understanding this content and the language used through a series of online language activities 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 be taught in online classes and you’ll also 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.
You'll interact with tutors and other students on the course in live sessions each week. You’ll also have dedicated time with your tutor to address questions you may have about your language and learning and you’ll get feedback about your work. Additionally, you’ll have access to digital resources and support to get the most out of studying online.
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.
Live online classes normally take place between 9am and 5pm from Monday to Friday UTC+1 (find out when the University will be closed). You won‘t be expected to study live online sessions at night.
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 online assessment methods, which are likely to include written assignments, speaking assignments, presentations and research projects.
Applying, fees and funding
Entry requirements
The entry requirement for this pre-sessional English course depends on the IELTS requirement of your Masters course. Please check your Masters course page alongside the requirements below:
If your Masters requires an overall IELTS score of 6.5
To apply for this pre-sessional course you'll need:
- A minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0
- One component below 6.0 allowed
- No components below 5.5
If your Masters requires an overall IELTS score of 7.0
To apply for this pre-sessional course you'll need:
- A minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5
- One component below 6.5 allowed
- No components below 6.0
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: 29 May 2020, 5pm
If you experience any difficulties when applying, please contact the admissions enquiries team.
For more information about deadlines and applying please visit our FAQs.
Admissions policy
Language Centre Admissions Policy 2020
Fees
- UK/EU: £2,550 (total)
- International: £2,550 (total)
Read more about how to pay.
Additional cost information
Online access to all learning materials and software needed for the course is 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