How to apply
You can apply for an English Language Teaching Centre course by following the instructions on this webpage.
Course availability
Pre-sessional English - Open for applications for the 2024-25 academic year. Please submit your application at least four weeks before your chosen course begins to allow enough time to apply for a visa.
Please visit our entry requirements webpages for further information on specific courses:
University English - Open for applications. Please submit your application at least two weeks before your chosen start date, or four weeks before if you still need to apply for a visa.
Apply online
You can currently apply online for the following courses:
- Pre-sessional English
- Academic Literacy and University Culture programme
- University English
There are different application processes for our full-time courses. Please select the course you wish to apply to below to be taken to the application form for it:
Academic Literacy and University Culture programme
Before submitting your online application please take note of the following information:
- Please read our Terms and Conditions before submitting your application.
- No teaching takes place on full-time ELTC courses on . No tuition fee discounts are available for course dates which coincide with bank holidays.
If you have any issues completing the form please email eltc-admissions@sheffield.ac.uk for assistance.
You can also send an initial enquiry about bespoke courses through .
Further Information
Deposits are not required but evidence of funds or sponsorship will be required when applying for a visa.
Normally we do not require an interview as part of the application process. However, in certain circumstances we reserve the right to require an online interview to discuss the suitability of the course for the applicant and to confirm details relating to the application.
Students Under the age of 18
Our courses are designed for adults. Applicants who are under 18 are subject to a number of restrictions and administrative procedures.
The standard minimum age for our courses is 18 years. However, we will consider applications from applicants who are under 18 in some circumstances, and subject to satisfactory guardianship arrangements being in place. Please contact us for more information.
For further information on under 18s at the university please visit our "Students under the age of 18" webpage".
International scholarships
We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.
Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.