Academic English
The academically-rigorous program provides high-quality English language instruction and the skills to succeed at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. The program has received notable accreditation by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) for upholiding standards of academic excellence.
NEW: Academic English 2.0 Our updated Academic English program includes:
- Assured study plan: placement assurance for students with qualifying scores under a year old at program start
- Measured Progress: consistent growth at each level (estimated 10 TOEFL/.5 IELTS points per semester)
- Enhanced Level Transfer: level portability across our US partners
- Academic Study Plan Calculator: add your program and English scores and receive an estimated study plan showing your duration of study
Course length description:
- Spring: 15 weeks (including orientation)
- Summer: 14 weeks (including orientation)
- Fall: 15 weeks (including orientation)
- October start is a special program and lasts 8 weeks
Want to customize your studies to suit you? We’d love to see you on campus, but if you are unable to travel, our flexible learning options allow you to start your degree right away, wherever you are, on-campus or online.
No matter where and how you study, we guarantee the same high-quality programs and faculty and the same outcomes.
When you’re able to join us in person, we’ll make the transition to on-campus learning as smooth as possible, supporting you every step of the way. And with our partner universities carefully following COVID-19 regulations, we’ll always put your health and wellbeing first, so you can focus on what matters – your future.
Course features
What you'll learn:
- Present spoken and written ideas accurately and effectively in English
- Write research papers with proper use of citations and references
- Read, understand and critically evaluate academic texts
- Understand and use vocabulary common to academic disciplines
- Take useful and accurate notes in academic lectures and presentations
- Understand US values in an academic setting
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | High school diploma required |
Dates and prices
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
18 hours pweek minimum |
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | High school diploma required |
Dates and prices
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
18 hours pweek minimum |
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | High school diploma required |
Dates and prices
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
18 hours pweek minimum |
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | High school diploma required |
Dates and prices
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
18 hours pweek minimum |