English Language Teaching Unit

English for Media International Summer Programme

The English for Media International Summer Programme is aimed at media students and professionals of all disciplines wishing to improve their English for use in a Media context. The course combines the discipline expertise of the University of Leicester’s School of Arts, Media and Communication with the language expertise of the English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU).

Aims of the English for Media International Summer Programme

The main aims of the course are to develop participants’ ability to communicate when using English in a media context and to give them an opportunity to experience media study at a British university. We focus on all four language skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing but the main emphasis will be on improving spoken English.

Why join the English for Media International Summer Programme?

  • Improve your English skills specifically for use in a media environment
  • Experience studying in a UK media school setting
  • Develop your general English language skills for everyday communication
  • Maximum class size of 16 students
  • Up to 18 hours of face-to-face taught classes per week on the University of Leicester campus. Classes generally take place between 9.15am-10.45am, 11.15am-12.45pm and 2.00pm-4.00pm
  • Enhance your CV with an international study experience
  • Develop your research and academic study skills
  • Find out what it’s like to study at a British university situated in a vibrant, diverse and student friendly city in the heart of the UK

Course contents

This intensive course primarily focuses on language used in media contexts. Participants will be provided with opportunities to use new vocabulary and language structures in contexts such as at the final poster presentation.
This specially designed two-week course combines:

  • A course welcome and induction day
  • General English classes to improve your vocabulary and confidence in interacting with English language speakers in everyday life, with particular emphasis on speaking and listening skills  
  • Academic English classes where you will learn how to design and present an academic poster, culminating in the showcasing of your work in a research exhibition
  • Media lectures delivered by academics from the School of Arts, Media and Communication on contemporary media studies topics such as Digital Media, Media and Advertising and Global Media and Communication. 
  • Two evening social activities
  • A Saturday day trip to a place of interest such as London
  • An end-of-course presentation ceremony and tutor feedback

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Key facts

Dates

  • Course dates: Monday 14 July – Friday 25 July 2025 (accommodation available from Sunday 13 July – Saturday 26 July 2025)
  • Application deadline: Sunday 4 May 2025
  • Acceptance and payment deadline: Friday 16 May 2025

Entry requirements

  • Participants must be aged 18 or over
  • Participants must be studying Media or have an interest in studying Media in the future.
  • Minimum English level of IELTS 4.5 or equivalent.
  • We will accept a range of test results, including:
    • CASEC
    • CET4/CET6
    • EIKEN
    • GTEC
    • TOEFL
    • TOEIC
  • Please upload evidence of your English test on your online application
  • We may be able to test your English

Please email us at summer@le.ac.uk if you have any questions.

Accommodation

  • Accommodation will be in self-catered university accommodation within walking distance of the campus and the city centre
  • Participants will be housed in a single study bedroom with ensuite bathroom and will share kitchen facilities. All bills and Wi-Fi access are included. Bedding and kitchen equipment are also provided. 

Cost

  • £2,200 – students from a University of Leicester partner
  • £2,300 – students from non-partner universities

Payment is required in full to accept a place on the course. Payment deadline: Friday 16 May 2025.

What's included

  • Tuition fees for all classes
  • Self-catered student accommodation – single bedroom with ensuite bathroom and shared kitchen. Bedding and kitchen equipment provided
  • All timetabled excursions and social events
  • All study materials
  • A day trip to London
  • Two social events: a welcome dinner and  farewell party
  • All study materials
  • Registration giving access to University of Leicester facilities, including the award-winning David Wilson Library
  • International Summer Programme T-shirt
  • A Statement of Completion and written feedback
  • Closing ceremony with prize giving 
  • Applicants should be aware that the day trip will include unsupervised time not accompanied by members of staff 

What's not included

  • Meals and beverages, unless specified in the timetable
  • Towels and toiletries
  • Visa costs
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Access to the university gyms. Short term membership can be purchased at a cost of £10 per week.

Apply

The Application link for this programme has not yet been released. 

Refund/cancellation policy

  • Up to Sunday 6 June 2025 - Full refund 
  • Monday 7 June to Sunday 29 June 2025 - Half refund 
  • Monday 30 June 2025 or after - No refund 

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