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Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Programmes

Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Programme

The English Language Centre is committed to providing our international students the opportunity to develop their English language and academic skills towards reaching their fullest potential as university students. We recognise that the language and skills required for academic study can be challenging and we support you as you build and develop these skills throughout your studies. We provide Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Courses to help students prepare for academic study as well as In-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) workshops throughout your studies with us.

The Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Programmes and the Pre-Masters English Language Pathway are for students who hold a conditional or unconditional offer to a programme at University of Galway.  We offer a range of courses to suit the varying levels of our students. 

Our Courses

Course

Date

Fees

25-Week Pre-Masters Pathway

6th February – 9th August 2024

€8,750

Registration: €35

 

10-Week Pre-Sessional EAP Online & On Campus

3rd June – 9th August 2024

€3,250

7-Week Pre-Sessional EAP Online & On Campus

24th June - 9th August 2024

€2,250

4-Week Pre-Sessional EAP On campus

5th August – 30th August 2024

€1,250
Entry Requirements

Pre-Sessional Entry Requirements

Direct Entry Requirements 25-week 10-week 7-week 4-week
IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 5.5 IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 4.5 IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5 IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 5.5
IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 6.5 IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 5.0 IELTS 5.5 with minimum of 5.5 in Reading & Writing and no other component less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0 with minimum of 6.0 in Reading & Writing and no other component less than 5.5 IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 6.5
IELTS 6.5 with 6.5 in Writing and no less than 6.0 in any other component   IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Writing and 4.5 in other components IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Writing and 5.0 in other components IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in other components IELTS 6.5 with 6.5 in Writing and no less than 6.0 in any other component
IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 6.0 IELTS 5.5 with 5.0 in Writing and a minimum of 4.5 in other components IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5 IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 6.0
IELTS 7.0 with no component less than 6.5 IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5 IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 6.0 IELTS 7.0 with no component less than 6.5

Alternative English Language Entry Requirements

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

Pearson

5.5; no band lower than 5

Overall 60 with minimum of Writing 17, Speaking 15, Reading 8, Listening 7

Overall 47 with no band below 45

6.0; no band lower than 5.5

Overall 70 with minimum of Writing 20, Speaking 17, Reading 12, Listening 11

Overall 55 with no band lower than 51

6.5; no band lower than 6

Overall 70 with minimum of Writing 20, Speaking 17, Reading 12, Listening 11

Overall 63 with no band lower than 58

Pre-Sessional EAP Programme Overview

  • Develop proficiency in the core linguistic areas (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking)
  • Academic skills development (research methodologies, academic writing, critical thinking, presentation skills).
  • Build discipline-related knowledge through academic text analysis and reading
  • One-one-feedback sessions and coaching to assist students with a successful transition to your chosen programme.
  • Orientation to Irish culture and student life at University of Galway

Progression Requirements

Successful completion of all course modules with a minimum average exit grade of 70% with no module score lower than 65%

90% attendance 

Student Testimonials

Please click here to view our student testimonials. 

Accommodation

Course participants have the option of staying in our recently built on campus residences Goldcrest Village and Dunlin Village for the duration of their programme which can be booked directly with the English Language Centre. 

Terms and Conditions

To view full terms and conditions click here.

How to Book

Please book your Pre-Sessional EAP Programme here

Please book your accommodation here

For inquiries: Contact the English Language Centre’s Manager, Dr Maeve Egan

E: maeve.m.egan@universityofgalway.ie

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