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English Language for International Students

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If you are an international student, and/or English isn't your first language, you can receive help from the University Language Centre. (Home students may also be referred for an appointment if they are experiencing particular difficulties).

In-sessional English language courses

The University Language Centre provides an extensive range of free courses in academic English to help meet the language support needs of international students during their studies here at Manchester. For information on courses in:

  • academic writing
  • academic speaking and listening
  • grammar
  • pronunciation

One-to-one English language tutorial service

The University Language Centre offers a one-to-one tutorial service to support you in you written academic work. Each tutorial will be based around a sample of your own writing, allowing the tutor's advice to be tailored to your specific needs. 

To book a tutorial or for further information, see the link above, email them at insessional@manchester.ac.uk or call direct on 0161 275 3426.