The University of Manchester, University Language Centre

The University of Manchester, University Language Centre

Description

The University Language Centre has over over 30 years’ experience of running courses for international students and provides a range of English language courses throughout the year. The ULC is a UCAS Centre, a regional IELTS test centre and a centre for Cambridge (FCE, CAE, CPE) examinations. We provide homestay (Sept-June) and hall accommodation in the summer. We are situated close to Manchester city centre within 7 minutes walk of the main shopping and entertainment areas.

Courses

COURSE FACTFILE
Gateway Programme: University Preparation
Course Fee Includes:
  • Course book
  • Sept-June: International Society trips (2 per 4 week period)
  • June-Sept: ULC social programme and trips
Length:4-45 weeks
Age:18+
Tuition:21 hours per week
Maximum Class Size:15 students
Levels:Upper Elementary-Advanced
Start Dates:Once monthly in January to May and September to November
Price:£184 per week
Core English language improvement with Target Modules in English for Academic Purposes and IELTS preparation.

Facilities

  • University Library and computer facilities (free access)
  • University Sports Centres including Olympic sized swimming pool
  • Open Learning Centre and self access facilities
  • UCAS Centre and assistance with university applications
  • Full-time Welfare and Accommodation Officer
  • IELTS and Cambridge Examination Centre

Accommodation

Homestay:Available September - June. £95 per week plus £30 arrangement fee.
Halls of Residence:Available June - September. Standard self-catering: £63 per week, En-suite self-catering: £84 per week. Some hall accommodation may be available from Sept-June through the University Accommodation Office.

Transfers

From Manchester Airport (20 minutes) for £35 one way.

Social Programme

From September - June students can participate in the trips and activities organised by the University International Society. From June - September the ULC arranges a programme of social events with trips every weekend. Trips are included in the course fees.

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CONTACT DETAILS
Address: English Language Courses
University Language Centre
Oddfellows Hall
PO Box 88
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M60 1QD
Telephone:+44 (0)161 3063397
Fax:+44 (0)161 3063396
Contact Person: Justine Hinton-Lever, Associate Director
E-Mail:englang@manchester.ac.uk
Website:www.langcent.manchester.ac.uk