Programme Overview

The Pre-Masters Programme offers a route to Masters degrees for students who are changing disciplines, need to 'top up' their academic qualifications, or who need to improve their level of English. The programmes include academic modules, which are taught by Queen Mary academic staff, and English language and study skills, and are fully integrated with the University.

Content

Pre-Masters Diploma in Science and Engineering - this programme has been discontinued

Pre-Masters Diploma in Social Sciences and Humanities

Students on the Pre-Masters Programme in Social Sciences and Humanities study three modules: English language and study skills and two academic options. Students choose their options from the following list depending on what they wish to study for their masters degree:

• Business Studies
• Economics and Finance
• Maths for Economics and Quantitative Techniques
• Global Politics
• Literature and Art
• Japanese
• Spanish

      Additional Course Information [Word]

The modules are chosen after discussion with the department co-ordinator according to the needs of the individual student and the masters programme s/he wishes to progress to. The majority of modules are from final year undergraduate degree courses, and will include lectures and lab sessions.

Details

The Pre-Masters Programme is full-time programme, starting in September and finishing in June. Students who complete the Pre-Masters with sufficient grades can progress to masters degrees at Queen Mary in the following areas:

• International Management
• Marketing
• Finance and Investment
• International Relations
• Global and Comparative Politics

      Course Dates and Fees [Word]

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the Pre-Masters Programmes are as follows:

• A full degree or diploma from a recognized institution
• Evidence of English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 530 (71 IBT) or WELT DCC or TEAP 5.5

Students with lower English language scores may be accepted after successfully completing at least three or more months of general English on our Campus English programme to the equivalent of IELTS 5.5.

Students can make an application even if they are waiting for results.

If you are not sure about your qualifications, please email the Director of Pre-Masters Programme for advice.

How to Apply

Apply Online (Please click on the programme)

Pre-Masters Diploma in Social Sciences and Humanities

  Application Form [Word]  

If you are completing a word application form, pleasesend it together with:

• an up-to-date university or college transcript (in English)
• one reference letter
• a personal statement
• evidence of English language ability, if available, e.g. a copy of an IELTS certificate

Additional Information

      Example Timetable [PDF]
      Pre-Masters Programme Accommodation Information [Word]
      Frequently Asked Questions [PDF]

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