Why Warwick | Pre-sessional English Course
The University of Warwick is a world leading Russell Group University widely recognised as a world leader in research and education ranked 6th in the UK (The Guardian 2022 League Table).
- The 2023 QS World Rankings also recently ranked The University of Warwick 19th in Europe, and 64th in the world.
- The University of Warwick is ranked in the top ten in major league tables in the UK, including "The Complete University Guide", "The Times" and "The Sunday Times 2022" and "The Guardian 2022".
- The University of Warwick has been recognised as the best university in the UK for teaching quality by The Good University Guide, the internationally respected British university rankings guide published by The Sunday Times.
- We were also recognised as runner-up University of the Year.
- Warwick is also one of the UK's top graduate employers (High Fliers Research, 2022).
University of Warwick Campus
Warwick's campus is hard to beat and ideally located on the border of the West Midlands and Warwickshire. It has all the advantages of easy access to the major cities of Coventry (just three miles to the South West), Birmingham and central London but with the peace of a beautiful self-contained and green campus. We are right in the centre of England, easy to reach by rail, car or plane from all parts of the UK and abroad.
The campus is set in nearly 300 hectares of natural countryside with lakes, woods and beautifully tended gardens in which you can relax and escape from the buzz of main campus.
The facilities on campus are world-class with outstanding teaching and learning spaces, a 24 hour library, Arts centre and cinema, brand new sports and wellness hub and restaurants and cafes.
On your first full day we will take you on a tour of the campus to help you familiarise yourself.
The University at the Heart of England
Warwick and Warwick Castle
The county town of Warwickshire is famous for its magnificent castle and historic charm. Full of independent shops and cafes, nice parks and historic buildings, it is well worth a visit.
No visit would be complete without also visiting Warwick Castle, the castle's history started over 1,100 years ago when William the Conqueror ordered a wooden structure to be developed.
Warwick Castle is now known as Britain's Ultimate Castle enjoyed by many visitors. Make sure to leave enough time to see the great shows and one of the world's largest working replica siege machines, the Trebuchet.
Royal Leamington Spa and Kenilworth
Leamington Spa, set on the winding River Leam is known for its Regency architecture and broad boulevards. Great for eating out, walks in its lovely park and shopping, it's also home to some lively nightlife and very popular with Warwick students.
Kenilworth is a small town only a couple of miles from the Warwick campus, home to numerous shops, pubs and restaurants as well as Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden.
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon, a medieval market town on the banks of the River Avon has more than 800 years of history.
Most famous for being Shakespeare's birthplace and home to the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), you can enjoy boating on the river, lovely walks and enjoy many of the historic buildings as well as undertaking some shopping and enjoying the many cafes, bars and restaurants.
This lovely town is under 30 minutes away from the Warwick campus so you should definitely pay a visit during your time with us.
Birmingham
Birmingham, England's 2nd largest city is also a short train journey away. You can expect festivals, theatres, sport, architectural gems, shopping and great eating out from this diverse and multicultural city.
Coventry
The closest city to the University is Coventry, the UK's City of Culture for 2021 and is known for its cathedral ruins and Lady Godiva!
Coventry is just a couple of miles away from the University and provides the closest main train station.