English Language Preparation
Improve your English language skills
If you meet the academic entry requirements for our programmes but need help with your English language, you can join our English Language Preparation programme delivered fully online first. The programme is designed to develop English language skills and introduce students to essential academic and study skills before travelling to the International Study Centre and beginning the academic programme.
Benefits of studying Online English Preparation Our English language course is designed to develop your skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking while boosting your confidence in communicating with classmates and tutors ahead of starting your academic programme.
We offer a range of programme lengths available to suit your needs and requirements, with dedicated support and guidance from our expert tuition staff. Whatever your length of study, our preparation courses will make sure you are ready to make the next step onto one of the International Study Centre programmes.
| Duration | Tuition Fees |
| 6 weeks | £2,100 |
| 10 weeks | £3,500 |
| 16 weeks | £5,600 |
Benefits of studying Online English Preparation
- Development of core English language skills through interactive online learning.
- Increased confidence in academic communication with international peers and tutors.
- Flexible course lengths supported by experienced teaching staff
- End-of-course English language assessment to confirm requirements are met.
- No requirement to take an additional UKVI Secure English Language Test (SELT) for a student visa before arriving on campus.
At the end of the online course your English language level will be assessed to ensure that you meet the English language level requirements for your face-to-face academic programme. You are not required to take an additional UKVI Secure English Language Test (SELT) to obtain a student visa before you come to campus.
| Age | 17+ |
| Duration | 6 weeks 10 weeks 16 weeks |
| Fees | £3,500 |
| Intakes | 6 weeks: January/February/June/July/September/October 10 weeks: January/May/August 16 weeks: March/July |
| Term dates | 6 weeks: 12/01/2026 – 20/02/2026 23/02/2026 – 03/04/2026 08/06/2026 – 17/07/2026 06/07/2026 – 14/08/2026 14/09/2026 – 23/10/2026 26/10/2026 – 04/12/2026 10 weeks: 12/01/2026 – 20/03/2026 11/05/2026 – 17/07/2026 17/08/2026 – 23/10/2026 16 weeks: 30/03/2026 – 17/07/2026 06/07/2026 – 23/10/2026 |
English language entry requirements Academic IELTS for UKVI or accepted equivalent See which other tests we accept | 4.5 overall (4.5 in all other skills) |
English language exit requirements Academic IELTS for UKVI or accepted equivalent | 5.0 overall (minimum 5.0 in writing) |
| Age | 17+ |
| Duration | 6 weeks 10 weeks 16 weeks |
| Fees | 6 weeks: £2,100 10 weeks: £3,500 16 weeks: £5,600 |
| Intakes | 6 weeks: January/February/June/July/September/October 10 weeks: January/May/August 16 weeks: March/July |
| Term dates | 6 weeks: 12/01/2026 – 20/02/2026 23/02/2026 – 03/04/2026 08/06/2026 – 17/07/2026 06/07/2026 – 14/08/2026 14/09/2026 – 23/10/2026 26/10/2026 – 04/12/2026 10 weeks: 12/01/2026 – 20/03/2026 11/05/2026 – 17/07/2026 17/08/2026 – 23/10/2026 16 weeks: 30/03/2026 – 17/07/2026 06/07/2026 – 23/10/2026 |
English language entry requirements Academic IELTS for UKVI or accepted equivalent See which other tests we accept | 6 weeks: 10 weeks: 16 weeks: |
English language exit requirements Academic IELTS for UKVI or accepted equivalent | 5.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) |
| Age | 19+ (Students must be 20 years old at the start of their academic programme) |
| Duration | 6 weeks 10 weeks 16 weeks |
| Fees | 6 weeks: £2,100 10 weeks: £3,500 16 weeks: £5,600 |
| Intakes | 6 weeks: January/February/June/July/September/October 10 weeks: January/May/August 16 weeks: March/July |
| Term dates | 6 weeks: 12/01/2026 – 20/02/2026 23/02/2026 – 03/04/2026 08/06/2026 – 17/07/2026 06/07/2026 – 14/08/2026 14/09/2026 – 23/10/2026 26/10/2026 – 04/12/2026 10 weeks: 12/01/2026 – 20/03/2026 11/05/2026 – 17/07/2026 17/08/2026 – 23/10/2026 16 weeks: 30/03/2026 – 17/07/2026 06/07/2026 – 23/10/2026 |
English language entry requirements Academic IELTS for UKVI or accepted equivalent See which other tests we accept | 6 weeks: 10 weeks: 16 weeks: |
English language exit requirements Academic IELTS for UKVI or accepted equivalent | 5.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) |
Admissions
Applying to Royal Holloway International Study Centre is easy and straightforward. Check entry requirements, tuition fees and see what you have to do before you arrive, from getting your student visa to arranging accommodation.
International Study Centre
The International Study Centre helps you prepare for undergraduate and postgraduate study at Royal Holloway, University of London. It is a dedicated learning space for international students, sharing the University's campus and facilities.