This Pre Masters is for international students who want to study a Master's degree in Science & Engineering at The University Of Sheffield, 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 Sheffield, including MSc Robotics.
     
    
     
    
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            Location
 Sheffield
 United Kingdom
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            Progression
 The University Of Sheffield
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            Rankings & Awards
 United Kingdom: 21st
 Satisfaction: 82.9%
 World: 105th
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            Start Dates
 Jan, Mar, Sep, Nov
 1.5 - 2.0 Semesters
 Next start date: 24 Nov 2025
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            Course Fees
 From £21,500
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            Visa Considerations
 Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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            Course Provider
 University of Sheffield International Study Centre
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            Why Choose This Course?
 - Guaranteed progression to an master's degree at The University of Sheffield.
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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 top 100 university renowned for its teaching and research;
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A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
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Sheffield has close links with leading industries and businesses such as Boeing, Rolls Royce, Unilever, Boots, ICI, Slazenger and AstraZeneca, reflecting Sheffield’s history as a centre of  technological research and innovation since the Industrial Revolution;
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Enjoy Sheffield's vibrant culture and nightlife and the Peak District National Park;
 
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        About This Course
        This Pre Masters prepares international students for postgraduate study in Science & Engineering at The University Of Sheffield.
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 Science & Engineering at The University Of Sheffield, including MSc Robotics.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
     
    
     
    
        Study Options
        - Pre-Master's (1.5 Semesters)
 Starting March
- Pre-Master's (2 Semesters)
 Starting January, September, November
 
     
    
     
    
        Admission Requirements
        
     
    
                
                    | Academic | Successful completion of a bachelor's degree, equivalent to a UK Degree (Second Class) in a related subject. | 
            
                
                    | English
                        * | Pre-Master's (1.5 Semesters) UKVI IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
 
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| Pre-Master's (2 Semesters) UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.5 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. | 
            
     
    
     
    
        
            *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 (1 Term) + Pre-Master's Starting Jun, Sep: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all skills); English (2 Terms) + Pre-Master's Starting Mar, Jun: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.5 all skills); Online English (10 Weeks) + Pre-Master's Starting Jun, Oct: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all skills).
         
    
     
    
         
        Start Dates And Progression
         
        
                Pre-Master's (1.5 Semesters)
                
                
                    | Start Date | End Date | Progression | 
                
                        
                            | Mar 2026 | Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | 
                    
                
            
                Pre-Master's (2 Semesters)
                
                
                    | Start Date | End Date | Progression | 
                
                        
                            | Nov 2025 | Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | 
                    
                        
                            | Jan 2026 | Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | 
                    
                        
                            | Sep 2026 | Jun 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 Sheffield.
            
            
            
            
                    
                    
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                                Mmet Advanced Metallurgy
                            
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                                MSc Advanced Computer Science
                            
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                                MSc Advanced Control Systems Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Aerospace Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Artificial Intelligence
                            
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                                MSc Astrophysics
                            
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                                MSc Autonomous & Intelligent Systems
                            
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                                MSc Biological & Bioprocess Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Biomedical Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Biomedical Science
                            
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                                MSc Cancer Biology & Therapeutics
                            
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                                MSc Chemistry
                            
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                                MSc Civil Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Civil Engineering & Project Management
                            
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                                MSc Cognitive & Computational Neuroscience
                            
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                                MSc Cognitive Neuroscience & Human Neuroimaging
                            
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                                MSc Computer Science & Speech & Natural Language Processing
                            
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                                MSc Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence
                            
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                                MSc Drug Discovery Science
                            
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                                MSc Electronic & Electrical Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Energy Engineering & Industrial Management
                            
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                                MSc Environmental & Energy Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Human & Molecular Genetics
                            
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                                MSc Materials Science & Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Management
                            
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                                MSc Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
                            
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                                MSc Pharmaceutical Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Polymers & Composites
                            
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                                MSc Process Safety & Loss Prevention
                            
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                                MSc Psychological Research Methods
                            
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                                MSc Robotics
                            
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                                MSc Statistics
                            
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                                MSc Structural Engineering
                            
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                                MSc Wireless Communications (Systems)
                            
 
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