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Pre-Master's (Business, Economics and Finance)

This Pre Masters is for international students who want to study a Master's degree in Business, Economics And Finance at The University Of Glasgow, 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 Glasgow.

  • Location
    Glasgow
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    The University Of Glasgow
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 13th
    Satisfaction: 82.7%
    World: 87th
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Feb, Sep
    2 Terms
    Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
  • Course Fees
    From £29,260
  • Visa Considerations
    UKVI English Test Required
  • Course Provider
    University of Glasgow International College
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • Guaranteed progression to a master's degree at The University of Glasgow on successful completion of this course.
    • Perfect for students who only have a 3rd class degree, but want to study a master's at a leading UK university.
    • A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
    • One of the world's top ranked universities, with excellent research credentials, especially in medicine and the sciences.
    • Study in one of Europe's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities.
    • Low cost of living compared to other large student cities in the UK and Europe.

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About This Course

This Pre Masters prepares international students for postgraduate study in Business, Economics And Finance at The University Of Glasgow. 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, Economics And Finance at The University Of Glasgow. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic Successful completion of a bachelor's degree, equivalent to a UK Degree (2nd Class) in a related subject.
English * UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test. UKVI IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) for Arts & Humanities.
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.

*Students who do not meet the English requirements can study an extended study plan with additional English tuition. The following options are available: Extended Study Plan (2.5 Terms) Starting Jul, Oct: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all skills) or 5.5 (5.5 in all skills) for Arts & Humanities; Extended Study Plan (3 Terms) Starting Jun, Sep: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.5 all skills) or 5.5 (5.0 all skills) for Arts & Humanities.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2025 May 2026 Sep 2026
Jan 2026 Aug 2026 Sep 2026
Feb 2026 Aug 2026 Sep 2026

Progression Options

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

  • MAcc International Accounting & Financial Management
  • MFin International Finance
  • MSc Corporate Governance & Accountability
  • MSc Data Analytics For Economics & Finance
  • MSc Economic Development (With Finance & Policy Pathways)
  • MSc Economics, International Banking & Finance
  • MSc Environment & Sustainable Development
  • MSc Finance & Management
  • MSc Financial Economics
  • MSc Financial Engineering
  • MSc Financial Risk Management
  • MSc Financial Technology
  • MSc International Business
  • MSc International Corporate Finance & Banking
  • MSc International Financial Analysis
  • MSc International Management & Design Innovation
  • MSc International Strategic Marketing
  • MSc Investment Banking & Finance
  • MSc Management
  • MSc Management & Enterprise & Business Growth
  • MSc Management & Human Resources
  • MSc Management & Sustainable Tourism
  • MSc Wealth Management & Private Equity

 
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