Course Overview

• Improve your English and become more confident whilst experiencing life and education in the UK
• Study academic subjects alongside British students without taking formal exams
• A great option for students taking a gap year before university
• Receive English language support and guidance from a personal tutor throughout your studies
• Choose a course length that suits you, from just 4 weeks on our Mini International Study Year or up to a full academic year.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum English language level: B2
• Minimum five GCSE passes (or an equivalent qualification).

Choose Your Subjects

Students can choose up to three subjects as part of their programme.

Some subjects are only available at certain campuses, so please contact our International Team at international@escg.ac.uk before making your application

Academic Subjects

You can choose from a wide range of academic subjects, including:

• Applied Science
• Biology
• Business
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Criminology
• Dance
• Drama and Theatre
• Economics
• Environmental Science
• Film Studies
• Fine Art
• Geography
• Graphic Design
• Law
• Maths and Further Maths
• Marine Biology
• Media Studies
• Music
• Philosophy
• Photography
• Physics
• Politics
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Spanish

Technical and Professional Subjects:

• Art and Design
• Business and Marketing
• Engineering
• Hair and Beauty
• Performing Arts and Music
• Travel and Tourism
• Sport and Fitness

What to Expect

At a British college, students ages 16-19 do not usually attend classes all day from 09:00 to 16:00.

You will attend lessons at scheduled times during the week and spend the rest of your study time completing independent study, coursework and homework.

There are no lessons on Saturdays or Sundays.

Please note the college is closed on 3 May 2027 for a public holiday. The college is also closed for one staff training day each term.

Important Information

At East Sussex College, the safety and wellbeing of our students is very important. We provide support and guidance for all students, particularly those under 18. Students aged 16-17 years old are subject to additional care and supervision arrangements. Please click here for more information.

If you need a visa to study in the UK, we recommend that you contact our International Admissions office at international@escg.ac.uk before choosing your course, study length and visa type. We also recommend visiting the following website for information about UK visas:

www.gov.uk/visas-immigration