Entry requirements

Applications are now open for courses starting from April 2019 onwards

We require you to demonstrate a minimum level of English Proficiency to study on our full-time English Language courses. You must have a minimum IELTS 4.5 overall, with 4.5 in writing and no less than 4.0 in any other sub-skill (or equivalent at B1 on the CEFR). We also accept TOEFL iBT scores of 32 overall with 12 in writing and no less than 11 in any other sub-skill and 41 in Pearson Test of English.

This course is not suitable for advanced students (C1/C2 on the CEFR or IELTS 7.0 overall or in a subskill).

Information for students studying on a Tier 4 (General) student visa

This is an intensive academic English programme of up to 30 weeks of study. If you are applying for a degree programme at The University of Manchester and intend to progress onto a Pre-sessional course, you will need to apply for a Tier 4 (General) student visa in order to undertake our English for Academic Purposes programme.  

If you are coming to study at the University Language Centre on a Tier 4 (General) student visa you must have a UKVI-IELTS certificate. The test must be taken at a UKVI approved IELTS centre globally.

• IELTS website