Pre-Sessional English
Certification (PSE)
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About this Certification

The Pre-Sessional English Certification (PSE) is designed to strengthen your academic English skills and prepare you confidently for university-level studies and future English proficiency tests.

This  certification combines:

  • Academic English development
  • Test readiness strategies
  • Life sciences communication skills
  • University preparation

Why Choose the PSE Certification?

This is more than test preparation.

The PSE certification develops the academic language, communication skills, and scientific vocabulary required for success in international university application.

You Will Develop:

01

Clear and confident academic communication

02

Strong reading and writing skills

03

Academic listening and note-taking abilities

04

Critical thinking and structured discussion skills

05

Life sciences vocabulary and subject understanding

06

Confidence in exam and university environments

Certification Structure

Duration

6 Consecutive Weeks

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Daily learning

3 live sessions per day

Session Duration

50 minutes per session

Breaks

Two 10-minute breaks

Live Instruction

Total live instruction: 2.5 hours daily

Certification Overview

The PSE Certification prepares students for entry into life sciences and healthcare-related universities by integrating academic English with scientific context learning.

By the end of the certification, students will gain:

English proficiency aligned with IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent)

Improved academic and scientific communication

Proficiency in university-level academic English

Greater readiness for English proficiency examinations

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Assessment & Progress Tracking

Students complete:
  • Diagnostic assessments
  • Weekly progress evaluations
  • Mock testing
  • Final readiness review
  • Performance evaluation report
  • Attendance verification
  • Guidance for future English testing
  • Support for Duolingo English Test preparation (test fees not included)

Life Sciences English Integration

Students receive:
  • Scientific abstracts
  • Case studies
  • Healthcare scenarios
  • Discipline-specific terminology
  • Academic discussions in scientific contexts

Learning Outcomes

Academic Skills Development
  • Academic reading strategies
  • Structured academic writing
  • Critical thinking and analysis
Communication Skills
  • Fluent in speaking and discussion
  • Presenting ideas clearly and confidently
Test Readiness
  • Listening comprehension
  • Note-taking techniques
  • Exam preparation strategies
Life Sciences English
  • Subject-specific vocabulary
  • Scientific communication skills
  • Healthcare and research contexts

Certification Fees

USD $340 per week

Contact Info

+971 58 566 7553
english@educationpathways.ac.ae
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