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Here you'll find all you need to know about applying to AUB as an international student.

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English Language

We offer a range of English Language support for international students, both in preparation for and during your time at AUB. If you're unsure whether you need an English Language test to study with us or would like to know what of test you need to take, check out our English Language requirements.

If you’re applying to study with us but don’t think you will meet your chosen course’s minimum English Language requirements, you might qualify for one of our Pre-sessional English courses.

Current AUB students can enjoy a range of English language help, free of charge. Our English for Academic Purposes lecturer offers one-to-one tutorials and English classes throughout the year.

Pre-sessional English courses

Build the skills for success at university.

Our Pre-sessional English courses help you to build the English Language and academic skill sets required for university-level study.

With undergraduate and postgraduate course options, you can improve your understanding of English and prepare the skills for success at university.

AUB is pleased to announce the pre-sessional offering for students joining the university in September 2026 for postgraduate courses. The University has partnered with Oxford International Digital Institute, and courses will be delivered by OIDI.

Entry requirements and fees

Course length Entry level Exit level Fee

16 weeks

IELTS 4.5 *(4.0)

IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)

£3,900

12 weeks

IELTS 5.0 *(4.5)

IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)

£2,960

8 weeks intensive**

IELTS 5.0 *(4.5)

IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)

£2,960

6 weeks

IELTS 5.5 *(5.0)

IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)

£1,817

* No component below

** Students enrolling onto this course must use Visa Application Priority Service when applying.

Course length Entry level Exit level Fee

16 weeks

IELTS 5.0 *(4.5)

IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)

£3,900

12 weeks

IELTS 5.5 *(5.0)

IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)

£2,960

8 weeks intensive**

IELTS 5.5 *(5.0)

IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)

£2,960

6 weeks

IELTS 6.0 *(5.5)

IELTS 6.5 *(5.5)

£1,817

* No component below

** Students enrolling onto this course must use Visa Application Priority Service when applying.

English support for current students

Studying at university is an exciting challenge. To help you succeed in your academic studies, AUB has an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) lecturer who can help you develop your academic language and skills if you use English as an additional language.

Our EAP support is available to all AUB students who have English as an additional language. We can help you improve your language and skills for academic study through the following:

You can book a tutorial with our EAP lecturer for help with things such as:

  • Understanding assignment briefs and tasks
  • Writing essays, dissertations, reflections and evaluations
  • Preparing for presentations or crits
  • Listening to lectures
  • Researching and reading academic texts
  • Note-taking skills
  • Improving your pronunciation
  • Using academic vocabulary
  • Critical thinking
  • Organising your workload and managing your time

One-to-one tutorials are a chance for you to discuss your own academic work and English language skills with our EAP lecturer. The discussion is tailored to your own needs and tutorials are confidential.

You can book a 50-minute EAP tutorial online via AUB Bookings. We don't usually accept more than one booking per student, per week, but you can book in advance to help you plan your workload and study time.

If you need help using the online booking system, or would like to discuss booking a one-to-one tutorial, please call Student Advice on 01202 363780 or email them directly at studentservices@aub.ac.uk. If you're on campus, feel free to drop by Student Services reception and discuss how to book there.

English Language classes

Our weekly, term-time English language classes create a relaxed and friendly space for students studying in English as an additional language across all levels and subjects at AUB to practise and develop their English language skills and make friends with students across courses. You book each class you want to come to.

Summer conversation classes

Our weekly summer term conversation classes give a space for students to practise their English listening and speaking skills, discussion skills, learn new vocabulary, learn more about British culture and make friends.

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Overview

Our International Team is here to guide you through the process of becoming an AUB student from the start to the end of your course

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Your Country/Region

Coming to AUB from an international country can be confusing, but our country representatives are here to give you a helping hand

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Visas and immigration

If you are coming to study at AUB and need to apply for a student visa, here's everything you need to know

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Webinars

We're running course webinar lead course leaders talking about their relevant course, include our foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate

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Become a representative of AUB

Are you an International agent or counselors interested in becoming a representative of AUB? We'd like to hear from you, here's how

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Loans for American Students

If you're an American student looking to study at AUB and require a loan, find out everything you need to know about US Federal Loans here

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Contact us

Please contact the International team if you have any concerns about studying in the UK

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