Key facts
- PEAP courses range from 6 weeks to 15 weeks.
- The length of course depends on your current language level and the level you need to achieve.
- You'll be required to reach a specific grade at the end of your PEAP course before you can progress to your academic degree.
- You can apply for PEAP even if you are not going to continue your studies onto an academic degree at the University.
- The course fee includes all learning materials such as course handbooks. For students studying on campus, you will also need to pay accommodation fees.
- The accommodation service at NTU supports PEAP students to find short-term accommodation during the course.
Courses, dates and tuition fees
Find out what courses are available, the fees and entry levels for each course and options for study online or on campus. Please check the important visa information for all courses.
Fully online course
Or:
Part online/part on-campus course (start online, complete the final 10 weeks on campus)
The 15 week PEAP course will begin online. After enrolling on the course, you will then have the option to complete the entire PEAP course online or to complete the first 5 weeks of the PEAP course online and the final 10 weeks on campus, here in Nottingham. You will need apply with a Secure English Language Test to study on campus.
- Course fee (for either option): £4,900
- IELTS entry level: 4.5/5.0
Our NTU PEAP Progression Award is available to eligible applicants to this 15-week course.
Online course
Or:
On-campus course
- Course fee (for either option): £3,250
- IELTS entry level: 5.0/5.5
6 weeks: 17 July - 25 August 2023
Online course
Or:
On-campus course
- Course fee (for either option): £1,950
- IELTS entry level: 5.5/6.0/6.5
Important visa information
Please read our advice about visas according to which study route you are taking.
If you wish to transfer to on-campus study for the final 10 weeks of your course, please note:
- You will need to travel to the UK during the 2-week break: 5 - 18 June 2023.
- You will need a Secure English Language Test (SELT): IELTS for UKVI, PTE Academic UKVI and LanguageCert SELT.
- You will need a CAS to apply for your visa for your on-campus PEAP course. Guidance on this process can be found here. A visa is not required for online study.
- Please contact NTU Accommodation Services for support with finding your short-term accommodation for your on-campus PEAP course.
- You will be able to apply for your follow-on visa from within the UK on successful progression from the PEAP course.
- If, after successfully completing PEAP, you plan to begin your course in September 2023 you will be eligible to apply for the visa for your postgraduate/undergraduate course from within the UK. Our international student support team can assist you with this process and have produced helpful guidance on visa and immigration matters on our Student Hub.
- Please note that you will require a Secure English Language Test (SELT) for admission to the on-campus PEAP course. The SELTs that we currently accept are: IELTS for UKVI, PTE Academic UKVI and LanguageCert SELT.
- Please contact NTU Accommodation Services for support with finding your short-term accommodation for your PEAP course.
- We recommend that you choose to study the on-campus course where possible, especially if you are progressing to a postgraduate course in the Nottingham School of Art & Design (these courses start earlier and there is very limited time between the end of the PEAP course and the start of the degree courses).
- If you choose to study a PEAP course online, you must book an appointment to start your visa application as soon as possible after your course ends. NTU cannot guarantee that you will be allowed to join your degree course if you are late because of visa delays so we encourage you to act as soon as you can.
Studying PEAP on campus
On-campus PEAP class in action
You will be in an English-speaking environment, enabling you to use English both for your studies and in your daily life.
Attending our course on campus will give you a fantastic opportunity to familiarise yourself with NTU campus life and facilities so you are well prepared for the start of your follow-on degree course.
- You will have 20.5 hours of sessions per week in our Newton Building, including time for individual tutorials and including 4 hours of online collaborative work and support from teaching staff.
- You'll complete study tasks, individually or in groups, to prepare for each classroom session.
- You will have classes from 09:00 to 11:30 UK time (includes a 15-minute break) from Monday to Friday, and 12:30 to 14:30 UK time from Monday to Thursday.
- The maximum class size is 16.
- The minimum age of students is 18.
- You will be assessed through your coursework, tests and an individual presentation.
- You'll need to have a computer, a microphone and a webcam for some activities and communication with teachers and peers outside of class.
- You'll have access to activities in the Global Lounge and you can make use of our excellent libraries.
- You'll have the opportunity to participate in a free trip in the final week to a popular tourist destination, such as Cambridge, York or Oxford.
- You'll have a wonderful opportunity to explore everything Nottingham and Nottinghamshire has to offer.
Studying PEAP online
Online PEAP class in action
Interaction with students and staff
Attending our course online will give you the flexibility to study from home while still engaging with other students and your teachers.
You will also have the opportunity to familiarise yourself with NTU online learning platforms and resources.
We will maximise opportunities for you to practise your English and interact with your classmates and teachers.
- You will have 20.5 hours of online sessions per week, including time for individual tutorials.
- You'll complete study tasks, individually or in groups, to prepare for each session.
- You'll need to have a stable internet connection, a computer, a microphone and a webcam to take part in the online sessions on MS Teams and access to the Google Chrome internet browser to take assessments.
- You will have classes from 09:00 to 11:30 UK time (includes a 15-minute break) from Monday to Friday, and 12:30 to 14:30 UK time from Monday to Thursday (NB on the 20 and 15-week course, classes take place Monday - Friday mornings from 09:00 - 12:00 UK time and Monday - Friday afternoons from 13:00 - 14:00 UK time with an additional optional drop-in session on Friday afternoons).
- The maximum class size is 14.
- The minimum age of students is 18.
- You will be assessed through your coursework, tests and an individual presentation.
We will provide you with the software you need to participate on the PEAP course and we will show you how to use the online learning software. You'll need to download and access the Google Chrome internet browser to take PEAP assessments.
Entry requirements for PEAP courses
The length of PEAP course you'll need to complete depends on your English language level now.
What and how you'll learn on PEAP
The PEAP course will improve your all-round English language ability. You will also develop your study skills and prepare for academic study at the University.
Ready to apply?
Please read the information on entry requirements for PEAP courses carefully before you apply. Use the NTU Applicant Portal to apply for a PEAP course selecting the appropriate number of weeks for your entry level of English.
To apply for accommodation, please contact NTU Accommodation Services for support with finding your short-term accommodation.
How to pay PEAP course fees
For 6-week and 10-week PEAP courses you must pay your PEAP course fees in full:
- on Convera (enter the full amount into option 5 ‘Pre-sessional English fees’); or
- by credit/debit card on our Online Store (select 'Product Catalogue' then 'Arts & Humanities' then 'Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes').
For 15 or 20-week PEAP courses you can either:
- pay your fees in full (as above) or;
- pay an advanced payment of £3,000 through either:
- Convera (by selecting option 1 ‘Advanced payment’), or
- on our Online Store (select 'Product Catalogue' then 'Applicant services' then 'Advanced payment').
If you choose to pay advanced payment only, you'll also need to arrange an instalment plan to pay the rest of your fees in order to be fully enrolled. Our finance team will help you arrange instalment plans, if you need any support.
If necessary, you can cancel your PEAP course at any time up to the start date of the course.
You can do this by:
- writing an email to the admissions team or;
- completing a course cancellation form.
If you start the PEAP course and need to leave, you can get a refund. This will be a proportion of the course cost depending on how long you've studied. For example, if you leave after studying 60% of your PEAP course, you can get a refund of 40% of your PEAP course fee.
Language support as part of your studies
Our dedicated language support continues when you've completed PEAP. We offer Academic English and language support free of charge throughout your studies, including one-to-one help with academic writing.
More information
If you would like any further information about the PEAP programme, contact NILICPEAP@ntu.ac.uk and we'll be happy to help.
If you need any general advice on studying at NTU as an international student, please visit our international web pages.