Pre-Master's (Business and Management)

This Pre Masters is for international students who want to study a Master's degree in Business And Management at The University Of Hertfordshire, but do not have the academic or English qualifications for direct admission. It is available for selected Master's level programmes at The University Of Hertfordshire.

• Location
  Hatfield
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Hertfordshire
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 87th
  Satisfaction: 78.5%
• Start Dates
  Jan, May, Sep
  1 - 2 Semesters
  Next start date: 27 Jan 2026
• Course Fees
  From £11,795
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  Hertfordshire International College

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to an master's degree at The University of Hertfordshire.
  • A professional and business led university. Most courses are recognised by industry bodies, which ensures that course material is always up to date with professional requirements.
  • A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!
  • A modern, integrated campus only 25 minutes from central London. Lots of on campus accommodation, guaranteed for all first year students.
  • Tuition fees, accommodation and living costs significantly lower than London.

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About This Course

This Pre Masters prepares international students for postgraduate study in Business And Management at The University Of Hertfordshire. It is specially designed for students who do not have the academic qualifications normally required for admission to a master's programme at the university. It is also suitable for students who meet the academic requirements but need to improve their English skills before starting a master's.

During the course, you will study in a supportive learning environment alongside other international students. You will have the opportunity to deepen your subject knowledge, develop your study & research skills and improve your academic English to a high level.

On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to selected master's degrees in Business And Management at The University Of Hertfordshire. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Note: Students studying this course may¹ benefit from a single study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress from the Pre Masters.

Admission Requirements

Academic	One Semester Successful completion of a bachelor's degree, equivalent to a UK Pass/Ordinary Degree in a related subject. A portfolio is required for subjects such as art and fashion.
	Two Semesters Completion of high school plus 2+ years of further study, equivalent to an HND in a related subject.
English	UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Maximum Age	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.

Start Dates And Progression

One Semester

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Jan 2026	Apr 2026	Sep 2026
May 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Two Semesters

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Sep 2026	Apr 2027	Sep 2027

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following postgraduate programmes at The University Of Hertfordshire.

• MA Human Resource Management
• MSc International Business
• MSc Management
• MSc Project Management

 
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¹ An integrated study visa is available to students who meet the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) English requirement for degree level study, which is IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.