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Pre-Master’s

Your pathway to a postgraduate degree is through the Pre Masters Program. If you do not meet the required qualifications for direct entry to a postgraduate degree at one of our university partners or want to improve your English language and academic skills, then this is for you.

Entry onto IIM

The Pre Masters Program will prepare you for the UK, EU or US study system, giving you the confidence and skills that you’ll need to go further in your studies. Depending on your academic qualification and English language level and chosen programme, you can study the IIM over one or two terms.

What’s the difference between the one or two terms?
One Term Two Terms
3 months of study Six months of study
Additional academic English and subject-related support

Why study this course

Flexible study options

You can choose to join the Pre Masters programme either in September, January, April or June, depending on your qualification level/chosen university.

Achieve degree entry requirements

If you don’t currently meet the English language level and academic skills for a master’s degree, then you may need to study an Pre Master’s programme. Once you successfully complete the programme, you can progress to your chosen master’s degree at the university.

Individual support

Throughout your study of the Pre Masters Program, you will benefit from small class sizes and support from qualified and experienced teachers.

Available Routes

The Mercy College International Undergraduate Pathway is an international year one program of academic and English Language study laying the groundwork

The Pre-Masters is offered over one or two terms and is designed for students who do not qualify for direct entry to the masters programmes

The Pre-Masters is offered over one or two terms and is designed for students who do not qualify for direct entry to the masters programmes at the university

A postgraduate qualification can enhance your career opportunities and help you stand out to potential employers.

Our Pre-Master’s (PM) programme offers you an alternative start to your masters degree at the University of Greenwich.

The Pre-Master’s is designed for students who do not qualify for direct entry to the masters programmes at Bangor University,

Discover your route to a postgraduate degree

You can choose from a range of study locations and colleges
to pursue your pathway programme and progress onto your
chosen degree.

MCI / PM / Computer Science (STEM)

The Computer Science Master of Science degree equips students with cutting edge knowledge and tools to solve data science and software development problems. The program starts by providing fundamental computer science theories that make skilled practice possible.

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MCI / PM / MBA

Earn your MBA in the heart of the business capital of the world. In just one year, you can put the country’s premier business credential in your hands. You will learn through hands-on-experiences giving you the opportunity to work on real projects, for real clients.

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MCI / PM / Business Analytics (STEM)

The Master of Science in Business Analytics prepares its graduates for employment in a high growth area of the economy. The program is offered to candidates who wish to enter or advance their careers in that field.

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MCI / PM / Cybersecurity (STEM)

Information systems and computer networks are under constant attack from hackers, viruses and worms. The Cybersecurity Master of Science degree prepares students with the technical and analytical skills to secure data files, defend computers, shield computer networks and protect critical national electronic infrastructure.

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DMUIC / PM / Health and Sciences

The Pre-Master’s (IIM) in Health and Science is designed to help international students with a qualifying diploma move directly onto the final year of a DMU degree course. Depending on your academic qualifications, the Pre-Master’s course can be studied over two terms.

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ICD / PM / Education

The PM in Education at ICD offers you direct entry to a postgraduate degree at the University of Dundee.

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UBIC / PM / Management, Law and Social Sciences

In this course, you will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging environment in which to develop language, university study, and subject-specific modules related to your intended degree choices in the field of Management, Law and Social Sciences.

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Oxford Centre / PMP / Business

The Pre-Master’s Preparation course at the Oxford Centre is designed to prepare international students for postgraduate study at university. You will strengthen your English language skills and develop business related knowledge.

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UBIC / PM / Science, Engineering and Health

In this course, you will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging environment in which to develop language, university study, and subject-specific modules related to your intended degree choices in the field of Science, Engineering and Health.

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UGIC / PM / Computing

This course aims to broaden your skillset and understanding of computing and IT infrastructure, focusing on cyber security and technical project management.

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Key Features of the Pre Masters Program

Small classes

up to 18 students

Student life abroad

You’ll quickly adjust to
the way of life in your
chosen student city

Improve

your academic study
skills