This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to postgraduate degrees in Humanities And Social Sciences at The University Of Southampton. 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
Southampton
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Southampton
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 20th
Satisfaction: 82%
World: 97th
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Start Dates
Jan, May, Jun, Sep
1 - 3 Semesters
Next start date: 20 May 2024
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Course Fees
From £14,430
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Visa Considerations
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
ONCAMPUS University Of Southampton
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to a master's degree at The University of Southampton on successful completion of this course. Perfect for students who do not have the qualifications for direct entry to a master's.
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A Level 6 programme, so you don't need a UKVI approved English test and have more generous working rights.
- Study at a leading UK research university. The University of Southampton is a World ranking institution and founder member of the prestigious Russell Group.
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Recognised by the UK Government as a Centre of Excellence for Cyber Security Research and a member of the Alan Turing Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
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A vibrant student city located on the South Coast of England, near to the New Forest National Park. The university comprises 5 campuses in the city of Southampton and the Winchester School of Art.
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About This Course
The Pre-Master's (Humanities and Social Sciences) is for international students who want to study a master's degree at The University Of Southampton, 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 The University Of Southampton.
Study Options
- 1 Semester
1 semester starting May - 2 Semesters
2 semesters starting Jan, Sep - 3 Semesters
3 semesters starting Jun, Sep
Entry Requirements
| Academic |
Successful completion of a bachelor's degree, equivalent to a UK Degree (3rd Class) in a related subject.
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| English |
1 Semester
IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of alternative English qualifications is accepted.
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2 Semesters
IELTS 5.5 (5.5 each skill); Pearson PTE 51 (46 each skill); TOEFL 73 (Speaking: 19, Reading & Writing: 17, Listening 16); IGCSE English 1st Language (C) / 2nd Language (B); IB English (SL4/HL3); HKDSE 3; India HSC XII 75%; WAEC (C/6). Other qualifications may be accepted.
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3 Semesters
UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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| 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.
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Start Dates And Progression
Study Plan: 1 Semester
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End Date |
Progression |
| May 2024 |
Aug 2024 |
Sep 2024 |
Study Plan: 2 Semesters
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Progression |
| Sep 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
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Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Study Plan: 3 Semesters
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End Date |
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| Jun 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
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Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you
are guaranteed entry
to one of the following postgraduate programmes at The University Of Southampton.
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LLM International Commercial & Corporate Law
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LLM Laws
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LLM Maritime Law
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MA Creative Writing
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MA Cultural Heritage Studies
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MA Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage & Museums)
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MA Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage & Public History)
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MA Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage & The Arts)
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MA ELT Tesol Studies
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MA English Language Teaching Tesol
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MA English Literary Studies
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MA Film & Cultural Management
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MA Film Studies
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MA Global Literary Industries Management
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MA History
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MA Languages & Cultures
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MA Philosophy
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MA Translation & Professional Communication Skills
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Master of\MPA Public Administration
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MLang Modern Languages (French
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MLang Modern Languages (French & German
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MLang Modern Languages (French & German) & Linguistics
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MLang Modern Languages (French & Spanish
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MLang Modern Languages (French & Spanish) & Linguistics
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MLang Modern Languages (French) & Linguistics
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MLang Modern Languages (German
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MLang Modern Languages (German & Spanish
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MLang Modern Languages (German & Spanish) & Linguistics
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MLang Modern Languages (German) & Linguistics
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MLang Modern Languages (Spanish
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MLang Modern Languages (Spanish) & Linguistics
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MSc Applied Linguistics For Language Teaching
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MSc Archaeology (Bioarchaeology)
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MSc Archaeology (Higher Archaeological Practice)
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MSc Archaeology (Palaeoanthropology)
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MSc Business & Heritage Management
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MSc Criminology
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MSc Demography
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MSc Education
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MSc Education Management & Leadership
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MSc Education Practice & Innovation
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MSc Environmental Consultancy
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MSc Gerontology
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MSc Global Health
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MSc International Security & Risk
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MSc Operational Research
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MSc Public Health
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MSc Public Health Global Health
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MSc Public Health Intelligence
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MSc Public Health Management
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MSc Sociology & Social Policy
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MSc Sustainability
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