Key facts
- PEAP courses range from 6 weeks to 15 weeks and the length of course is determined by your current language level.
- 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.
Course dates and fees 2024
View courses available for 2024 and the fees and entry levels for each course. Please note that the start dates of the courses may be subject to change.
This course will take place on the City Campus in the centre of Nottingham.
- Course fee: £4,900
- IELTS entry level: 4.5 or 5.0
We are delighted to offer our PEAP Progression Award to applicants of the 15-week PEAP course. This award is equivalent to approximately five weeks of PEAP free of charge.
Please note:
- You will need apply with a Secure English Language Test to study on campus.
- The course fee includes all learning materials. It does not include any accommodation fees.
This course will take place on the City Campus in the centre of Nottingham.
- Course fee: £3,500
- IELTS entry level: 5.0 or 5.5
Please note:
- You will need apply with a Secure English Language Test to study on campus.
- The course fee includes all learning materials. It does not include any accommodation fees.
This course will take place on the City Campus in the centre of Nottingham.
- Course fee: £2,150
- IELTS entry level: 5.5 or 6.0 or 6.5
Please note:
- You will need apply with a Secure English Language Test to study on campus.
- The course fee includes all learning materials. It does not include any accommodation fees.
Important visa information
- 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
- LanguageCert SELT
- If you plan to begin your course in September 2024 after successfully completing PEAP you will be eligible to apply for the visa for your Masters or undergraduate degree from 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.
- With regard to accommodation during your PEAP course, please contact NTU Accommodation Services for support with this process.
Studying PEAP on campus
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.
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
Please pay your PEAP course fees in full. You have the following options:
- Convera (enter the full amount into option 5 ‘Pre-sessional English fees’).
- By credit/debit card on our Online Store (select 'Product Catalogue' then 'Arts & Humanities' then 'Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes').
Please note as you are paying your PEAP fees in full you do not need to pay an 'advanced payment'.
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.
Still have questions?
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.