This Pre Masters is for international students who want to study a Master's degree in Law & Social Sciences at Durham University, but do not have the academic or English qualifications for direct admission. It is available for selected Master's level programmes at Durham University.
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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, Mar, Sep
2 - 3 Terms
Next start date: 22 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £25,900
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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
This Pre Masters prepares international students for postgraduate study in Law & Social Sciences at Durham University.
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 Law & Social Sciences at Durham University.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Study Options
- Pre-Master's (2 Terms)
Starting March - Pre-Master's (3 Terms)
Starting January, September
Admission Requirements
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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 Starting May: IELTS 5.0 (4.5 all skills).
Start Dates And Progression
Pre-Master's (2 Terms)
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Mar 2026 |
Aug 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
Pre-Master's (3 Terms)
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Jan 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 Durham University.
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LLM Corporate Law
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LLM European Trade & Commercial Law
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LLM Intellectual Property Law
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LLM International Dispute Resolution
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LLM International Environmental Law
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LLM International Law & Governance
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LLM International Trade & Commercial Law
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LLM Medical Law & Ethics
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LLM\Master of Laws
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MA International Relations
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MA International Relations (East Asia)
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MA Medical Humanities
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MA Museum & Artefact Studies
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MA Politics & International Relations (Political Theory)
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MA Politics & International Relations Of The Middle East
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MA Risk Security & Politics
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MA Social Research Methods
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MA Socio - Cultural Anthropology
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MA Tesol & Applied Linguistics
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MA\MSc Climate Risk & Society
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MA\MSc Environmental Hazards & Risk
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MSc Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding
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MSc Criminology & Criminal Justice
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MSc Defence Development & Diplomacy
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MSc Global & Planetary Health
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MSc Medical Anthropology
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MSc Sociology
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MSc Sustainability Energy & Development
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