Pre-Masters Programme

What is the Pre-Masters Programme?

The Pre-Masters Programme is a two-term course that offers key academic and English language modules to ensure you succeed in your Masters degree at the University of Strathclyde.

You can choose from two subject routes, depending on the degree you want to study. Once you successfully complete this programme and achieve the required grades, you can start your chosen Masters degree in September.

Choose your subject route

Pre-Masters Programme in Business and Social Sciences

This subject pathway will prepare you for a postgraduate degree at the Strathclyde Business School or Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. Find out about the modules you will study.

University of Strathclyde student in lab

Pre-Masters Programme in Engineering and Sciences

This subject route will prepare you for a postgraduate degree at the Faculty of Engineering or Faculty of Science. Find out what you will study during this programme.

Need to improve your IELTS score?

We offer additional English language programmes which are designed to raise your IELTS to the required level.

Entry dates

1 term: November, January or September
2 term: September

Explore English programmes

I chose to study at Strathclyde because it is one of the best universities in the UK, especially in my major.

Studying at the International Study Centre was an excellent experience. They have different courses which can help us in our postgraduate studies, including academic writing, research methods, mathematics and statistics.

Fahad from Oman
Studied Pre-Masters Programme in Engineering and Sciences
Progressed to MSc Applied Physics

Join us on campus

Find out what you need to know about starting on campus, how your programme will be delivered and tips for preparing to travel.

Accommodation

Learn about your housing options at the International Study Centre and how to book your room once you have been offered a place to study here.