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Gateway Programme

English for Personal, Professional & Academic Development

Joining our Gateway programme will give you the opportunity to develop your general English skills while addressing more specific personal, professional or academic needs through our Target Modules.

The structure of the course enables students to follow different pathways according to their aims and objectives and has been carefully designed for two broad groups of students:

For further information please see our course description.

Gateway Programme: Key Information

Key Information

When does the course run? The Gateway course runs all year round, with various start points throughout the year. See Course Dates and Fees
How long is the course?

The minimum period of study is 4 weeks. The length of course you choose will be dependent on your reasons for study.

What is the class timetable? You will study for 21 hours per week: Monday - Thursday 09:30 - 15:30, Friday 09:30 - 13:00. You will be expected to do some homework and self-study
Do I need a visa? International students from outside the EU/EAA will require either a Student Visitor Visa or a Tier 4 General Student Visa. More information can be found here
How do I apply?  See How to Apply
What are the entry requirements (English language level)?  See English language levels
More information

email: englang@manchester.ac.uk

Tel: +44 (0)161 306 3397 / Fax: +44 (0)161 306 3396