Academic Learning Platform (ALP)

Prepare for higher education and develop the skills you need throughout your studies. ALP brings academic English, study guidance and practical activities together in three connected areas of support.

Who it is for

  • Future Students

    Learners exploring or preparing for higher education.

  • New Students

    New students adapting to UK academic expectations.

  • Current Students

    Current students developing writing, research, presentation and study skills.

  • Institutions

    Institutions seeking structured academic learning resources.

English for Academic Purposes

Academic English runs through the learning journey. You can practise understanding academic texts, organising ideas, writing clearly, following lectures and contributing to discussions.

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Pre-Admission Support

Understand your options, explore UK higher education and prepare for the next stage of your application. Resources introduce academic expectations, study skills and academic vocabulary. Where required, assessment or diagnostics help identify suitable preparation and support.

Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

New students settling into a class

Six-Week Transition Programme

Build confidence in the expectations of UK higher education through six structured weeks. Explore academic integrity, writing, research, critical thinking and presentations, alongside guidance on settling into study.

Learn how courses, timetables, independent study and academic support work, and plan your weekly study routine.

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Ongoing Learner Success Support

Return to resources when you need help with writing, assignments, presentations, research, referencing or study skills. Use the topics that relate to your current needs and access the support included in your programme.

Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

How you learn

We work with learners preparing for higher education, students developing their academic skills, and professionals strengthening their communication. We also work with organisations exploring training for their teams.

  1. Start with the guidance for your learning area

    Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

  2. Watch or read

    Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

  3. Complete practice activities

    Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

  4. Check your understanding

    Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

  5. Review your next steps.

    Start with the guidance for your learning area, including key concepts, objectives, and resources to help you succeed.

Contact us with your intended course and any available assessment feedback so we can discuss a suitable next step.