English Language Programmes and Advice
If English is not your native language, you may wish to make use of our classes and tutorials.
In our classes, experienced tutors will help you get the most out of your studies by exploring the key features of both written academic and spoken English. A particular emphasis is placed on communicating well with your intended audience. We also aim to boost your confidence to work independently in English. The writing classes are delivered on a broad disciplinary specific basis: Engineering and Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Medical and Human Sciences, Business-related disciplines, Humanities. You can find out more about these helpful classes on our website.
You may also book a free one-to-one academic writing tutorial with an English for Academic Purposes specialist. You submit a sample of your own writing when booking a tutorial, and the tutor will then offer tailored advice and feedback specific to your needs. The feedback will focus on areas such as structure, referencing and appropriate use of English.
Please refer to the Academic Support Programmes section of the ULC webpage via the link given below.
Face to Face – This is a reciprocal language learning scheme, in which students can meet with native speakers of the language they are learning. International students find that this is a good way to meet home students and to become more integrated into the University. Home students can prepare themselves for study abroad by finding out about their partners’ home universities and cultures. For more information, please enquire at the ULC reception.
Open Learning Facilities – The University Language Centre’s open learning facilities, situated in the Samuel Alexander Building, offer:
- A well stocked library of materials in text, audio, DVD and CD-ROM formats
- Materials in some 80 languages
- Two suites of dedicated multimedia PCs for computer aided language learning, DVD playback and access to TVoverIP (for viewing live satellite channels via the University network)
- Booths with LCD screens for group viewing of DVDs
- A conversation room for group work and voice recordings
- Short-term loan of digital recorders, cameras, webcams, etc
- Support and advice for learners from expert staff and through on-line resources
A full guide to the University Language Centre’s courses, services and its language learning resources is available at: http://www.ulc.manchester.ac.uk.