Pre-Master's
This 3 or 6-month Pre-Master's programme provides a direct route to a wide variety of Master's programmes at the University of Stirling. The programme will increase your English language abilities, develop your study skills, and enhance your research skills and analysis in preparation for postgraduate study at the University.
Ready to get your future on track? Study overseas with INTO in March or April and you can progress to university as early as September 2022.
Our six-month university pathway programs - designed for students with a higher level of English - will help you start your degree sooner.
You'll also save time and money with a shorter program - and applying for a Standard Visitor visa is easier.
Course features
- 3-6 month programme that will help you improve your English language skills in order to progress to a postgraduate degree.
- Choose from a range of Master's progression options, with guaranteed progression to the University of Stirling for successful students.
- Adapt to studying in the UK with a strong focus on study skills and postgraduate research skills.
- Focus on the research design process and trialling to enhance your understanding of research methodologies.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
1 Term: IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent 2 Terms: IELTS 5.0 (with no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 21 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at INTO University of Stirling
Arts at INTO University of Stirling
Business and Management at INTO University of Stirling
Computing and Information Systems at INTO University of Stirling
Engineering at INTO University of Stirling
Sciences at INTO University of Stirling
All Subjects at INTO University of Stirling
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
1 Term: IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives 2 Terms: IELTS 5.0 (with no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 21 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 16 December 2022 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,375 |
| 9 January 2023 | 2 June 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £10,750 |
| 20 March 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £10,750 |
| 12 June 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,375 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at INTO University of Stirling
Arts at INTO University of Stirling
Business and Management at INTO University of Stirling
Computing and Information Systems at INTO University of Stirling
Engineering at INTO University of Stirling
Sciences at INTO University of Stirling
All Subjects at INTO University of Stirling
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives |
| Age requirements: | 21 years and above |
| Entry requirements additional information: | Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 8 December 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at INTO University of Stirling
Arts at INTO University of Stirling
Business and Management at INTO University of Stirling
Computing and Information Systems at INTO University of Stirling
Engineering at INTO University of Stirling
Sciences at INTO University of Stirling
All Subjects at INTO University of Stirling
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
1 Term: IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent 2 Terms: IELTS 5.0 (with no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 21 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at INTO University of Stirling
Arts at INTO University of Stirling
Business and Management at INTO University of Stirling
Computing and Information Systems at INTO University of Stirling
Engineering at INTO University of Stirling
Sciences at INTO University of Stirling
All Subjects at INTO University of Stirling
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
1 Term: IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives 2 Terms: IELTS 5.0 (with no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 21 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 16 December 2022 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,375 |
| 9 January 2023 | 2 June 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £10,750 |
| 20 March 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £10,750 |
| 12 June 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,375 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at INTO University of Stirling
Arts at INTO University of Stirling
Business and Management at INTO University of Stirling
Computing and Information Systems at INTO University of Stirling
Engineering at INTO University of Stirling
Sciences at INTO University of Stirling
All Subjects at INTO University of Stirling
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives |
| Age requirements: | 21 years and above |
| Entry requirements additional information: | Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 8 December 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at INTO University of Stirling
Arts at INTO University of Stirling
Business and Management at INTO University of Stirling
Computing and Information Systems at INTO University of Stirling
Engineering at INTO University of Stirling
Sciences at INTO University of Stirling
All Subjects at INTO University of Stirling
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Informally you will receive advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of each semester, and coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
Social Sciences and Humanities at INTO University of Stirling