Entry requirements
Applications are now open for courses starting from January 2024 onwards.
You must demonstrate a minimum level of English Proficiency to study on our General English course. Students must have a current English Language level suitable for the level they wish to study. This course is not suitable for advanced students (C1/C2 on the CEFR or IELTS 7.0 overall or in a subskill).
We can accept a range of English Language tests, including:
- IELTS UKVI
- Pearson UKVI
- TOEFL IBT, IELTS and Pearson PTE non-SELT may be considered. Please contact the admissions team for further guidance: englishlanguage@manchester.ac.uk
The minimum entry requirements for each level are detailed below:
Pre-intermediate
The minimum entry requirements for the Pre-intermediate General English course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 3.0+, A2+/B1 or equivalent.
We can accept a range of English Language tests, including:
- IELTS UKVI
- Pearson UKVI
- TOEFL IBT, IELTS and Pearson PTE non-SELT may be considered. Please contact the admissions team for further guidance: englishlanguage@manchester.ac.uk
Intermediate
The minimum entry requirements for the Intermediate General English course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 4.0+, B1+ or equivalent
We can accept a range of English Language tests, including:
- IELTS UKVI
- Pearson UKVI
- TOEFL IBT, IELTS and Pearson PTE non-SELT may be considered. Please contact the admissions team for further guidance: englishlanguage@manchester.ac.uk
Upper-intermediate
The minimum entry requirements for the Upper-intermediate General English course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 5.0+, high B1/B2 or equivalent
We can accept a range of English Language tests, including:
- IELTS UKVI
- Pearson UKVI
- TOEFL IBT, IELTS and Pearson PTE non-SELT may be considered. Please contact the admissions team for further guidance: englishlanguage@manchester.ac.uk
Advanced
The minimum entry requirements for the Advanced General English course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 6.5+, high B2/C1 or equivalent
We can accept a range of English Language tests, including:
- IELTS UKVI
- Pearson UKVI
- TOEFL IBT, IELTS and Pearson PTE non-SELT may be considered. Please contact the admissions team for further guidance: englishlanguage@manchester.ac.uk