File: English for Overseas Students

Scope and Content

The file covers various aspects of providing English teaching for international students. During the 1960s, the growing numbers of international students taking University courses, had led to a review of English language teaching, and in 1970, the University established the post of tutor in English (within the Faculty of Education) to co-ordinate efforts. The file includes papers relating to the creation of this post, a copy of the tutor's first report (1971); views on a common test in English for international students at UK unvisited (an idea promoted by the University of Cambridge); fees for English tests; and details of courses in English studies for international students.

Former reference: 650