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 Students from all over the world have begun their Higher Education with a Language Link University Preparation Course. Our programmes focus on improving your English language and developing the skills you will require for academic study at a UK university. Language Link cooperates with
Greenwich Community College to
provide university preparation and foundation degree programmes designed
to facilitate entry into leading UK universities. Greenwich
Community College is a Partner College of the University of Greenwich
and is a publicly funded institution providing full and part-time
courses to around 14,000 students. The College is included in the
DfES Register of Education and Training Providers and is an Education UK
Partner accredited by the British Council. The College holds a
highly commended
Beacon Award for International Student Support in 2003-2004.
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Academic Study Year (33 weeks, 20 lessons per week) An integrated study programme focused on the development of communication and study skills, combined with an IELTS preparation course. The course consists of a combination of English language training to qualify you for entry into a UK university, and study skills to help you integrate into the British academic system. Course Features * Task-based, communicative lessons to develop your receptive and productive skills in Academic English: listening, reading, speaking and writing * A thorough grammar syllabus for each new level, helping you to activate and use your English in real-life situations * A strong lexical focus to increase and develop your academic vocabulary and use of colloquial English * IELTS examination preparation to help you reach the score you need  * Academic skills to train you for university study * Assignment writing skills * Cultural Studies, focussed on British life and institutions Entry Requirements Students must have a minimum level of English equivalent to IELTS 4.5 return to top of page |
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University Foundation Year (41 weeks, 25 lessons per week) An intensive preparatory programme designed to equip you with the language and academic skills needed to succeed in the British university system. This flexible and modular programme provides an effective and personalised pathway to many degree courses in a range of subjects. You will be given advice on choosing a suitable university, assistance with the application process and the use of the university prospectus library. Course Features * General and Academic English training to help you acquire and develop the necessary language skills to cope with undergraduate study delivered in English and the required academic knowledge to successfully undertake an IELTS examination and an undergraduate degree * Computer Skills: learn the basics of Word, Excel and PowerPoint and practise the skills you acquire through task-based project work assessed by the course tutor * A range of personal Study Skills will be taught to develop your learning autonomy and introduce you to studying styles required for undergraduate study * Cultural Studies, providing an insight into the lifestyle and culture of Britain * Specialist subject modules based on your chosen course of study
Examples of Specialist Module subjects:
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IELTS Preparation Course (15 lessons per week) If you are planning to study at a UK university, you will need to take the IELTS examination. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is an academic-based examination which tests your ability in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. The test is graded from 0-9, and most universities require a score of 6.0-7.5 (Upper-Intermediate to Advanced level). IELTS tests can be taken every week at a cost of approximately £90. Please note that Language Link offers an IELTS preparation course, but is not a testing centre. For details of testing centres click here. Course Features For more information on the IELTS exam,
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