Pre-Master’s Programme
This one-year programme is the first step to gaining your Master’s degree in the UK. It is designed to prepare you for your studies by allowing you to practice your academic skills in a supportive environment. Though you may have experience of studying at undergraduate level in another country, the expectations of postgraduate study can be very different in the UK.
You will be taught in interactive classes and university-style research sessions, by the time you finish this programme, you will have the fundamental skills you need to attain your Master’s degree, including:
- business language
- academic writing
- critical thinking
- academic research
- presentation skills
- poster presentations
Our supportive teachers will work with you to help you to reach your full potential. During your studies, you will learn by attending a range of dynamic lessons which are designed to build your confidence including discussions, presentations, lectures, small group tutorials and personal tutor sessions.
Term 1:
- Critical Thinking and Research Foundations
- Advanced Research Methods and Data Analysis
Term 2:
- Critical Thinking and Research Foundations
- Advanced Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Academic English and Communications Skills
Term 3:
- Critical Thinking and Research Foundations
- Advanced Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Academic English and Communications Skills
- Small Scale Project
Upon successful completion of the 1 or 2 term Pre-Master's Programme, you may progress to one of the following programmes:
- MA International Tourism and Hospitality
- MBA
- MSc Business Analytics
- MSc Finance and Accounting
- MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- MSc International Business Management
- MSc Project Management
- MA Strategic People Management and Human Resources
- MSc Leadership and Management
- LLM International Business Law
- LLM International Corporate and Financial Law
- LLM
- LLM Law and Human Resource Management
- MA Digital and Visual Communication
- MA Film and Television Production
- MSc Civil Engineering
- MSc Civil Engineering Management
- MSc Computer Science
- MSc Construction Project Management
- MSc Cyber Security
- MSc Data Science
- MSc Information Technology Management
- MSc Mechanical Engineering
- MSc Artificial Intelligence
- MA Education
- MSc Health and Social Care
- MPH Public Health
- MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology
- MSc Strength and Conditioning
Upon successful completion of the 3 term Pre-Master's Programme, you may progress to one of the following programmes:
- MA International Tourism and Hospitality
- MBA
- MSc Business Analytics
- MSc Finance and Accounting
- MSc Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- MSc International Business Management
- MSc Project Management
- MA Strategic People Management and Human Resources
- MSc Leadership and Management
- LLM International Business Law
- LLM International Corporate and Financial Law
- LLM
- LLM Law and Human Resource Management
Key facts for Pre-Master’s programme
| Start dates: | September 2025 January 2026 |
| Visa type: | Integrated Visa (Pre-Master’s programme + Master’s) |
| Tuition fee: | £14,500 (3 Terms) £12,000 (2 Terms) £9,500 (1 Term) |
Minimum English language level:
Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (and no component below 5.5) or equivalent
Academic entry requirements:
- A pass in an undergraduate degree or a Diploma (3 – 5 years) with suitable grades or equivalent.
- Successful completion of higher/advanced diploma in a related subject area.
- All students must have studies in the relevant field to continue in those degrees.
- Each applicant will be considered individually and assessed on their ability to succeed at this level.
Minimum age requirement:
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If you have any questions about studying with us or need assistance with your application, our admissions advisors are available to help.