This Pre Masters is for international students who want to study a Master's degree in Humanities And Social Sciences at The University Of Southampton, 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 Southampton, including MA Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage & Public History).
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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, Sep
1 - 2 Semesters
Next start date: 19 May 2025
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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
This Pre Masters prepares international students for postgraduate study in Humanities And Social Sciences at The University Of Southampton.
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 Humanities And Social Sciences at The University Of Southampton, including MA Cultural Heritage Studies (Heritage & Public History).
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Study Options
- Pre-Master's (1 Semester)
Starting May - Pre-Master's (2 Semesters)
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 (2nd Class) in a related subject.
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English
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Pre-Master's (1 Semester)
IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of alternative English qualifications is accepted.
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Pre-Master's (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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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
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English (0.5 Semesters) + Pre-Master's (2 Semesters) Starting Nov; English (1 Semester) + Pre-Master's (2 Semesters) Starting Jun, Sep: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Start Dates And Progression
Pre-Master's (1 Semester)
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End Date |
Progression |
| May 2025 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Pre-Master's (2 Semesters)
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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 The University Of Southampton.
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LLM International Commercial & Corporate Law
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LLM International Law & Human Rights
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LLM Maritime Law
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LLM Of Laws
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MA Applied Linguistics For Language Teaching
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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 English Literary Studies (Eighteenth Century)
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MA English Literary Studies (Nineteenth Century)
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MA English Literary Studies (Postcolonial & World Literatures)
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MA English Literary Studies (Twentieth Century & Contemporary)
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MA Film & Cultural Management
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MA Film Studies
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MA Global Business Ethics & Philosophy Of Management
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MA Global Challenges - History Policy Practice
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MA Global Literary Industries Management
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MA History
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MA Holocaust History Experience Heritage
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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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MA\MSc Maritime Archaeology
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Master of\MPA Public Administration
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MSc Archaeology
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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 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 Global Sociology Challenges Interventions & Action
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MSc International Criminology & Criminal Justice
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MSc International Security & Risk
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MSc Operational Research
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MSc Social Research Methods & Demography
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MSc Sustainability
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