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University of Exeter

English Language Centre

Pre-sessional Courses/EAP (English for Academic Purposes) Courses - Aims

These courses are designed for students who wish to improve their ability in English and study skills before they start courses or research in their own subjects at university or college in Britain. They are also suitable for students who wish to study academic English, even if they do not intend to study in Britain immediately.

Content

There are approximately 21 hours of tuition per week and the following areas of study are included, as well as general language improvement:

• Listening and note-taking
• Academic writing skills
• Reading academic books and articles
• Using word processors
• Seminar skills
• Presenting papers

In each course students do an individual study project in which they practise all academic skills.

Facilities

Students have access to computer, audio/visual and self-study laboratories, as well as the University library, sports facilities and swimming pool. There is a full social programme, including regular excursions, sports nights, theatre visits and international food evenings. During the academic year students have personal tutors, are given help with applications, and can attend lectures in other departments.

Other Courses (credit-rated) Run by the ELC

• General English
• Foundation Programme
• Pre-Master's Certificate in English and Management
• In-sessional language support throughout academic year

The University of Exeter has over 700 international students out of 10,500 total student population. Its campus is probably the most attractive in Britain, and is only 15 minutes walk from the city centre. Exeter's history dates back to Roman times, and today has a population of around 100,000.

Devon and Cornwall are one of Europe's top tourist destinations and have a milder climate all the year round than many other areas of Britain.