Language Tuition
The University offers courses for both International Students who want to improve their English, and students who want to study another language.
English Skills
The Centre for English Language Teaching (CELT) runs English language support courses for International students; providing the equivalent of two free courses (16 hours in terms 1 and 2) to students in the first year of their study at York. Open access courses are available in both academic writing and listening and speaking skills, alongside other training opportunities such as English courses for partners of staff and students.
If a suitable course for you is not found, one-to-one tutorials or consultations to help you discuss drafts of writing or presentations can be arranged. In the summer term, Dissertation Writing Workshops are offered. For more information, visit the CELT Website
Student Independent Learning Centre (SILC)
SILC offers a service from which CELT students can borrow a range of resources (books, audio or video and computer software), all of which have been designed for learners working independently. Details regarding opening times and how to loan materials can be found on the SILC webpage.
Languages for All (LFA)
LFA offers a range of foreign language courses to help you communicate with people from other countries, gain an insight into different cultures and acquire a skill which will be valuable in the employment world. Courses are open to all students in the university. The languages currently offered are: Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Latin (Classical and Medieval), Mandarin Chinese, Modern Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
Fee payable courses are available, subject to demand, at a range of levels from beginners to degree standard and in a variety of formats: short (4-week), medium (8-week) and long (17-week) courses. It is possible to combine an LFA course with your studies or research in any subject, as you can choose to take classes at lunchtime, during the day or in the evening. Assessed courses, leading to the award of the LFA certificate are offered, as well as some non-assessed courses. For further information, visit the LFA Website
