English Language Courses at Bangor University English Language Entry Requirements
The minimum English Language level required for degree level study at Bangor University is: IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5 Some courses will require higher scores. To check the English Language level required for entry onto your chosen course please see www.bangor.ac.uk/international/ future/englishlanguage
What if I do not meet the English Language requirements?
Bangor University has an English Language Centre for Overseas Students (ELCOS) which offers pre-sessional courses for international students coming to study at the University. These courses enable students to reach the language level required for entry onto degree programmes. www.elcos.bangor.ac.uk
Pre-sessional courses
The length of the course you enrol on is determined by the IELTS score which you have achieved. The courses are designed to improve academic and English language study skills which includes writing in appropriate academic styles, lecture listening, reading, note-taking, speaking and listening skills. If you have not been able to achieve IELTS 6.0 you can specify on your application form that you wish to enrol on a pre-sessional course. If you have already achieved the English language score you require, you may be interested in enrolling on a 4 week orientation course. This course gives students the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the UK higher education system and Bangor University.
Pre-sessional course length requirement
The table opposite shows the length of course you will need depending on your current test score.
How do I apply?
Please email elcos@bangor.ac.uk for an application form. For further information please contact Elaine Pritchard on +44 (0) 1248 382252
I really enjoyed the ELCOS course, it has helped to improve my academic English skills a lot, our teacher was also excellent! Igor Jochem Sanz Brazil ELCOS (12 week course)