Pre-sessional English course: Course fees and accommodation
Students of Kingston University qualify for reduced tuition fees. This applies to:
- Existing Kingston University students
- Students who have been offered a place on a full-time course of study at Kingston University
Non-Kingston University students
We offer places on the Pre-sessional English course to students who do not plan to study at Kingston University (fees shown in brackets).
2018 Summer pre-sessional English courses
| Course type | Course dates | Course fees | Accommodation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Extended course |
9 April – 7 Sept 2018 |
£6,100 (non KU £6,800) |
£3,233* (8 Apr- 8 Sept 2018) subject to availability |
£9,333 (non KU £10,033) |
| Long course | 21 May – 7 Sept 2018 |
£4,600 (non KU £5,100) |
£2,246* (20 May- 8 Sept 2018) | £6,846 (£7,346) |
| Medium course | 25 June – 7 Sept 2018 |
£3,100 (non KU £3,500) |
£1,616* (24 June- 8 Sept 2018) | £4,716 (£5,116) |
| Short course | 30 July – 7 Sept 2018 |
£1,600 (non KU £1,800) |
£881* (29 July- 8 Sept 2018) | £2,481 (£2,681) |
2018 Autumn pre-sessional English courses
| Course type | Course dates | Course fees | Accommodation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium course | 1 Oct – 14 Dec 2018 |
£3, 100 (non KU £3,190) |
£1,616* (30 Sept- 15 Dec 2018) subject to availability |
£4,716 (£5,116) |
| Short course | 5 Nov – 14 Dec 2018 |
£1,600 (non KU £1,800) |
£881* (4 Nov- 15 Dec 2018) subject to availability |
£2,481 (£2,681) |
* includes a one-off payment of £20 for basic bedding (duvets, sheets, pillows) which is then yours to keep.
Pre-sessional English course accommodation
Self-catering accommodation in a University hall of residence is available on the long, medium and short Summer pre-sessional courses, and it may be available on the Summer Extended course and the Autumn pre-sessional courses (subject to availability).
Please let us know if you are interested, and we will enquire for you. In all cases, rooms will be allocated according to availability.
Please note: In all halls of residence, you provide your own cooking equipment and do your own cleaning.
How to book
Please indicate on your application form if you would like halls accommodation.
Further information
Standard pre-sessional English course accommodation is available from the Sunday before the start of your course until the Saturday after the course finishes. Please note that students may be required to move rooms a number of weeks after their course starts.
If you would like University accommodation before the start of the course, there may be rooms available for an extra cost. Please contact the Course Administrator for prices and booking as soon as possible. Advice on finding private or bed and breakfast accommodation is also available.
Main course accommodation
If you require halls of residence accommodation for the academic year, you must apply for this separately.
Contact us
Pre-sessional administrator
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7042 / +44 (0)20 8417 7790
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Pre-sessional course accreditation
Our pre-sessional English course is accredited by the British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes (BALEAP). This organisation sets rigorous criteria to ensure that courses in English language and study skills for speakers of other languages are of a high standard and provide an excellent quality of service.
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Contact us
Pre-sessional administrator
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7042 / +44 (0)20 8417 7790