This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to postgraduate degrees in Science & Engineering at Durham University. On successful completion, you can progress directly to a range of degree programmes. See Progression Options below for full details.
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Location
Durham
United Kingdom
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Progression
Durham University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 7th
Satisfaction: 83.7%
World: 174th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep
2 - 3 Terms
Next start date: 23 Sep 2024
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Course Fees
From £21,250
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Visa Considerations
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
Durham University International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed progression to an master's degree at Durham University.
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Perfect for international students who need to improve their English to study a master's degree in the UK.
- Study at a World Class University! Durham is consistently ranked in the UK top 10 and amongst the top 100 universities in the World!
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The University of Durham is member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'. A research-led university that ranks highly across a broad range of subjects.
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Study at Durham University International Study Centre, located at the university's Queen's Campus in Stockton-on-Tees, then transfer to Durham City campus when you progress to your degree. Durham is a historic city with a famous UNESCO listed Cathedral.
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About This Course
The Pre-Master's (Science & Engineering) is for international students who want to study a master's degree at Durham University, but do not have the academic and/or English qualifications for direct entry. During the course, you will deepen your subject knowledge and develop your study & research skills to a high level. You will also have the opportunity to improve your academic English abilities.
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to selected master's degrees at Durham University.
Study Options
- Pre-Master's (2 Terms)
2 terms starting Jan - Pre-Master's (3 Terms)
3 terms starting Jan, Sep
Admission Requirements
Academic
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Successful completion of a bachelor's degree, equivalent to a UK Degree (Second Class) in a related subject.
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English
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Pre-Master's (2 Terms)
UKVI IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Pre-Master's (3 Terms)
UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Maximum Age
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Students are normally aged between 21 - 30 years. Students with a study gap of more than 5 years cannot normally be considered for this course.
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*Students who do not meet the English requirements can study
an extended study plan with additional English tuition. The following options
are available:
10 weeks Online English + 3 Term Pre-Master's: 3.5 Terms Starting May, August - IELTS 5.0 (4.5 all skills).
Start Dates And Progression
Pre-Master's (2 Terms)
Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
Jan 2025 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Pre-Master's (3 Terms)
Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
Sep 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Jan 2025 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you
are guaranteed entry
to one of the following postgraduate programmes at Durham University.
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MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
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MSc Civil Engineering
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MSc Developmental Psychopathology
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MSc Electronic Engineering
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MSc Mathematical Sciences
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MSc Renewable & Sustainable Energy
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