Pre-Sessional English Programme

The Pre-Sessional English (PSE) Programme is a university-delivered academic English course for students holding a conditional offer to an undergraduate or postgraduate taught programme at the University of Nottingham Malaysia. Modelled after the highly regarded pre-sessional English courses at our home campus in the UK, our programme supports students in developing the academic language, communication strategies, and study skills needed to succeed in British higher education. This is a university-delivered academic English course designed to help students strengthen their English language skills to meet the UNM's English proficiency requirements. Taught by experienced academic English instructors, this course is more than language training, it’s a foundation for confident participation in university life. You will develop the ability to: Engage in academic writing and structured argumentation Critically read and evaluate academic sources Speak confidently in seminars and academic discussions Actively listen to lectures and take effective notes Conduct basic academic research and cite appropriately Adapt to UK-style assessment formats, including presentations and essays