How to apply
Find out how to apply for our pre-sessional English language courses.
What you will need
Before you can apply online, you will need the following information:
- Your passport (to ensure that the name you enter during your application exactly matches how it is written in your passport)
- A scanned copy of your valid English language test results
Apply online
Applications for the 20 week and 12 week courses are now closed.
To apply for a pre-sessional programme, enter your details exactly as they are on your academic application.
View our arrivals and cancellations information.
Application deadlines
| Pre-sessional course | Application deadline |
|---|---|
| 20 weeks (combined) | 10 April 2026 |
| 12 weeks (online) | 01 June 2026 |
| 12 weeks (on-campus) | 22 May 2026 |
| 6 weeks (online) | 03 July 2026 |
| 6 weeks (on-campus) | 26 June 2026 |
Receiving your offer
Most applications will receive a decision within ten working days. If you're successful, you’ll receive an email from our Academic Registry confirming your offer.
This email will include your student number, which will be the same as the student number for your application for academic study. Please include this whenever you contact us.
Unconditional offer
This means you have been offered a place on the course - now all you need to do is accept it.
Accepting your offer
You'll need to accept your offer via our online application system, SIMS. We'll send you your username and password. If you don't receive your username and password, contact us.
Please make sure you have read the enrolment terms and conditions before accepting your offer.
After you've accepted your offer
Visit our new student pages for information on the preparations you need to make to be able to come to Cardiff.
Secure your place on one of our 6, 12 or 20 week courses now.