Pre-sessional English Language draft

Program Overview

---

This intensive pre-sessional English program prepares international students for UK university studies in arts and social sciences. It develops academic study skills, English proficiency, and cultural awareness through online learning, lectures, and assessments. The program enhances students' independent learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding, equipping them for successful careers in various fields.

Program Outline

---

Degree Overview:

The program is an intensive pre-sessional English language program designed for international students who are about to begin full-time studies at a UK university. It familiarizes students with the British education system, develops their study skills, and is tailored to the arts and social sciences. The program covers English language, academic study skills, cultural background studies, and critical analysis. Assessment is through regular assignments, including listening exercises, presentations, and essays. Students receive a profile of their performance and recommendations for future language development.

---

Outline:

---

Program Length and Dates:

The program is offered in three durations:

• 12 weeks: June 10 - August 30, 2024
• 9 weeks: July 1 - August 30, 2024
• 6 weeks: July 22 - August 30, 2024

---

Modules:

• Academic Reading and Writing Skills
• Academic Listening
• Academic Grammar and Vocabulary
• Pronunciation Skills
• Presentation and Seminar Skills
• Modernity
• Critical Thinking
• Research and Study Skills
• Postmodernity
• Textual Analysis
• Note: Availability of modules may vary each year due to staff research commitments.

---

Structure:

• 21 hours of online learning per week
• Three hours of guided independent study and webinars/tutorials
• Five lectures during the final five weeks covering key themes across Goldsmiths disciplines
• Daily lessons with recorded lectures and flipped classes
• 10 hours of independent self-study per week

---

Assessment:

• Formative written assignments throughout the program
• Summative assessment includes:
• Analysis of sources (including a library source)
• Annotated notes on sources
• Draft of an argumentative essay with thesis statement
• Final essay based on feedback
• Joint presentation on sustainability
• Listening to summary assessment

---

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop independent and collaborative academic study skills
• Develop English for academic purposes
• Develop as an autonomous learner
• Increase intercultural awareness
• Gain knowledge of Goldsmiths, London, and the UK
• Develop social and academic life

---

Assessment:

Students are assessed through a combination of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments include regular written assignments throughout the program. Summative assessment includes an analysis of sources, annotated notes on sources, a draft of an argumentative essay with thesis statement, a final essay based on feedback, a joint presentation on sustainability, and a listening to summary assessment.

---

Teaching:

The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, and independent study. The program also features a strong emphasis on active learning and student engagement. The faculty consists of experienced and qualified teachers who are passionate about helping students succeed.

---

Careers:

The program prepares students for a variety of careers in the arts and social sciences. Graduates of the program have gone on to successful careers in fields such as education, journalism, law, and business.

---

Other:

The program is delivered online and is designed to be flexible and accessible to students from all over the world.

• --
• The program is offered online only for 2024.
• UKVI IELTS requirements vary depending on the program length.
• For more information, contact the Pre-sessional Co-ordinator, Shaheena Bakhshov.

---

Tuition fees must be paid in full when you accept our offer of a place. Dates and fees for pre-sessional online 2024 10 June – 30 August 2024 (12 week) - £4870 1 July – 30 August 2024 (9 week) - £4050 22 July – 30 August 2024 (6 week) - £2970