
Pre-sessional for Unconditional Offer Holders
What do I need to study on this programme?
Whether you are studying online or on campus, you will need a laptop and access to the internet, along with a suitable place to study. If you are having trouble accessing our digital platforms, we can provide help and guidance with this to enable you to make the most of the digital resources on your programme.
Assessment
As this is an optional course for students who have already met their degree entry criteria, there is no summative assessment on this course. There are, however, regular opportunities for formative assessment. You will receive constructive feedback and support from your tutor in order to develop the academic skills you need for your future degree.
Support for students
The International Pathway College (IPC) has its own dedicated Student Support Team that will give you advice and guidance during your pre-sessional course.
We have a number of ways that you can get support during your studies:
- IPC Virtual Reception and telephone line (available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm BST)
- IPC reception based in the Piazza building (available every day, 9am to 5.30pm)
- Student Support Personal Tutor, with weekly drop-in sessions and one-to-one sessions on request
- in-person and online social events to help with wellbeing and more.
We also offer other forms of support across the University:
Welcome and social programme
On campus students will receive a warm welcome upon arrival. We offer a series of in-person and virtual welcome and orientation events, so there are plenty of opportunities to meet staff and fellow students. We will get you fully registered by offering talks about university life, helping you through the enrolment process and completing various compliance checks.
The IPC Student Support team also organise a weekly social programme which students can join. There are lots of things to do on campus and in the city, including tours around York and visiting its theatres, shops and restaurants. The university has excellent sports facilities too.
4-week pre-sessional (on campus)
You can take our 4-week pre-sessional on-campus course to enhance your academic language, learn essential academic study skills, and meet other students before you start your degree. The 4-week pre-sessional is aimed at unconditional offer holders only.
- Course dates: 31 July 2025 to 29 August 2025
- Deadline to apply: 26 June 2025
- Full course fee: £2,300
- Accept and pay deadline: 3 July 2025
- CAS Request Deadline: 10 July 2025
- Airport Transfer: Free airport collection from Manchester Airport 30 July 2025 between 9am and 3.30pm BST.
4-week pre-sessional (online)
You can take our 4-week pre-sessional course to enhance your academic language, learn essential academic study skills, and meet other students before you start your degree. The 4-week online pre-sessional is aimed at unconditional offer holders only.
- Course dates: 17 July 2025 to 15 August 2025
- Deadline to apply: 3 July 2025
- Full course fee: £2,300
- Accept and pay deadline: 10 July 2025