Entry requirements
Applications are now open for courses starting from September 2024 onwards.
You must demonstrate a minimum level of English proficiency to study on our General English Language & Academic Skills course. Students must have a current English language level suitable for the level they wish to study.
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 or if you do not have an English language qualification: englishlanguage@manchester.ac.uk
All applicants are expected to complete a short placement test in order to ensure you are allocated to the correct level.
The minimum entry requirements for each level are detailed below:
Pre-Intermediate
The minimum entry requirements for the Pre-intermediate General English Language & Academic Skills course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 4.0, A2+ 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.
If you do not have evidence of your current English language level, please contact us for advice.
Intermediate
The minimum entry requirements for the Intermediate General English Language & Academic Skills course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 4.5 - 5.0, 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.
If you do not have evidence of your current English language level, please contact us for advice.
Upper-Intermediate
The minimum entry requirements for the Upper-intermediate General English Language & Academic Skills course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate IELTS 5.5 - 6.0, 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.
If you do not have evidence of your current English language level, please contact us for advice.
Advanced
The minimum entry requirements for the Advanced General English Language & Academic Skills course are outlined below:
Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of 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.
If you do not have evidence of your current English language level, please contact us for advice.