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Pre-Masters Programme

What is the Pre-Masters Programme?

Prepare for postgraduate study and boost your career prospects with our Pre-Masters Programme. This is an intensive programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language preparation designed to help you succeed. 

On this programme, you will develop a greater depth of knowledge in your area of study through classes designed specifically for international students. These will be based on study and careers skills, as well as subject specific modules to prepare you for your chosen Masters degree.

Successful completion and achievement of the required grades of the Pre-Masters Programme leads to a postgraduate degree at one of the UK’s most prestigious universities, the University of Surrey.

One or two semesters depending on your English language level.

Entry points: September, November (Enhanced Induction), January or May

Our Pre-Masters Programme has different English language and academic entry requirements depending on the length of the programme and your chosen progression degree. Find out more on our entry requirements page.

Check out the tuition fees and associated costs of studying with us on our fees page.

With multiple entry points throughout the year, visit our semester dates page to see when you can join us.

Why study a masters degree in the UK?

Our Pre-Masters Programme prepares you for postgraduate study at the University of Surrey. A masters degree is right for you if you want to: 

  • Boost your career prospects by building on your academic experience 
  • Enhance the knowledge you developed during your undergraduate studies 
  • Benefit from the prestige of studying at a prestigious British university 
  • Show dedication to your subject by continuing with your studies 
  • Develop your English language skills 
  • Network with others in your academic field 
  • Learn a new subject and change your career 
  • Get an international outlook valued by employers 
  • Become more independent by studying abroad on your own

86%

of the University of Surrey International Study Centre students who completed their Pre-Masters programme in 2023 were offered a place to study at the University of Surrey. 

Leo from China

"I think the Pre-Masters programme is a very good opportunity to enrich yourself before you go into a Masters course."

Leo from China
Studied Pre-Masters programme Management, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism

Choose your subject route

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Engineering

Study this pathway leading to postgraduate degrees in artificial intelligence, data science, electronic, civil, bridge and structural engineering.

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Health and Medical Sciences

Access postgraduate study in areas such as environmental psychology, social psychology and human nutrition.

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Management, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism

Interested in economics, accounting and finance, or marketing management? Choose this route to progress to masters study at Surrey.

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How to apply

Ready to join us at the International Study Centre? Learn more about the application process and what you need before you arrive.

Join us today

Our student enrolment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can't wait to meet you.