Science and Engineering Pre-Masters- 3 Terms

About this pathway

The Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering prepares you for a choice of progression degrees at Durham University. You will join the programme for two or three terms, depending on your academic qualifications and level of English language.

You can choose from a range of postgraduate degrees to progress to when you complete this course.

Who is this programme for?

This programme is for international students looking to study a postgraduate science or postgraduate engineering degree at Durham University.

• Choose from a range of degrees within the Department of Engineering, Department of Mathematical Sciences and Department of Psychology.
• Develop your academic knowledge, English language level and study skills needed for progression to your chosen Masters degree.
• Study core modules and designated modules related to your chosen specialism.
• Adjust to the UK education system and explore concepts, terminology and advanced academic writing needed to succeed at postgraduate level.
• Develop practical skills with research projects and laboratory experience.

Progression degrees

When you complete the Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering, and achieve the required grades, you can progress to one of the following postgraduate degrees at Durham University:

• Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc
• Behavioural Science MSc
• Civil Engineering MSc
• Cognitive Neuroscience MSc
• Developmental Psychopathology MSc
• Electrical Engineering MSc
• Electronic Engineering MSc
• Energy Engineering Management MSc
• Mathematical Sciences MSc
• Renewable and Sustainable Energy MSc
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Astrophysics) MSc
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Earth and Environmental Sciences) MSc
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Financial Technology) MSc
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Robotics and Computer Vision) MSc

The degrees listed below are only available via the three-term option

• Mathematical Sciences
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Astrophysics)
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Earth and Environmental Sciences)
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Financial Technology)
• Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Robotics and Computer Vision)

To apply for the Pre-Masters programme you need to meet the following entry requirements: Science and Engineering: you need a relevant degree or diploma; Age: 20+. We accept equivalent proof of English if you do not need a Student visa, or are exempt in another way.