How long does the preparation class last?
3, 6 or 9 months depending on your level. The length is set by the result of the placement test you take before enrolment, and your enrolment follows that length.
Do I need to go abroad for the preparation class?
No. The preparation class is 100% online. You travel abroad only after completing it successfully, for your vocational programme.
Is the placement test paid, and when is it taken?
The test is free and is taken before enrolment. Because it is marked automatically, you see your result as soon as the test ends. Its purpose is to place you in the right term, not to commit you to enrolling.
In which country are the programmes delivered?
Graphic Design and Fashion Design run in France; all other programmes run in the UK. All of them are taught in English.
Why is the preparation class compulsory?
Because every programme is delivered in English, you need to reach a level at which you can follow the lessons. The preparation class is designed so that you can follow the vocational content abroad without difficulty.
What are the entry requirements?
At least A1 English, a high-school or university diploma, being over 18, and having no visa impediment. You declare the last point on the enrolment form. We support you through the visa application process.
When do the terms start?
The 2026–2027 calendar has three terms: Autumn 5 October – 25 December 2026, Spring 4 January – 26 March 2027, Summer 29 March – 11 June 2027. Each term is followed by the vocational programme in the UK or France.
Are the lessons entirely online?
The preparation class is 100% online. At A1–A2 half the lesson is in English, at B1–C2 all of it. Vocational training is 100% in English.
What certificate do I receive at the end?
Students who complete the programme receive an internationally valid certificate or diploma. We explain in detail which programme leads to which awarding body's qualification in the enrolment meeting.
