Pre-Master’s - English & Study Skills
This 3 or 6-month Pre-Master's program provides a direct route to a wide variety of Master's degrees at the University of Stirling. The program will increase your English language abilities and develop your study skills in preparation for postgraduate study at the university.
Course features
- 3 or 6-month program 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: |
IELTS 5.5 (with at least 2 subskills at 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in any subskill) or equivalent |
| 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 |
| 12 June 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,375 |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
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 program 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
- 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. |
| 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 |
| 2 October 2023 | 29 December 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,495 |
| 10 June 2024 | 23 August 2024 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,495 |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
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 program 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
- 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 |
| 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 |
| 12 June 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,375 |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
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 program 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
- 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. |
| 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 |
| 2 October 2023 | 29 December 2023 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,495 |
| 10 June 2024 | 23 August 2024 |
1 Term
View Term dates |
GBP £5,495 |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.00pm, excluding bank holidays. |
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 program 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
- problem-solving exercises.