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Oxford Brookes University PathwaysThe award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
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MA, MSc, Pre-Masters | Full-time | 2 years | January | GBP 11000 | GBP 11000 |
MA, MSc, Pre-Masters | Full-time | 2 years | September | GBP 11400 | GBP 11440 |
This master's course includes a pre-master's year before your master's to develop your study skills, subject knowledge and academic language level. You will only need to make one application and you can apply for one visa to cover the whole two years of study.
This course will be suitable for you if:
Many full-time master's courses at Oxford Brookes University can be taken as part of this two year course (See 'Progression and degree options' for further information).
See more information about our other one and two semester pre-master's courses.
You can apply online for this course (see How to Apply, below).
Overview
Combine your master's and pre-master's in one application
Year 1
In your first year you will study our Pre-Master's Diploma to improve your English language and study skills to the level needed for postgraduate study. You will also choose from a wide range of subject modules to improve your academic knowledge.
Year 2
In the second year you will transfer to your chosen master's course. On successful completion of the two year programme you will be awarded the master's degree of your course.
The following information is about your pre-master's in your first year.
Teaching learning and assessment
Your pre-master's will be taught by highly qualified academic staff in Oxford Brookes International, who have many years of teaching experience in the UK and overseas.
You will be taught in a supportive multi-cultural environment to allow you to familiarise yourself with the teaching styles and life at an English speaking university. You will benefit from the expertise and experience of our teaching staff in preparing international students for university study.
Learning methods include:
There will be a maximum of 18 students in a class in your compulsory modules. Your subject specialisation modules may be larger.
Teaching hours
You will have 16-18 class hours each week, with approximately 20 hours per week additional time needed for homework, projects, assignments and independent study.
Classes are Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays), usually between 9am and 4pm. Some subject modules may be 5pm and 8pm. Most classes are 3 hours long including a 10 minute break.
Assessment
Assessment is by means of a range of coursework, including essays and papers, in-class writing tasks, project work and presentations, listening and summary assignments, and the compilation of reflective portfolios.
Accreditation and quality
We are accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English as a foreign language. The report from our last inspection stated:
The British Council inspected and accredited Oxford Brookes International in October 2009. The Accreditation Scheme assesses the standards of management, resources and premises, teaching and welfare and accredits organisations which meet the overall standard in each area inspected (see www.britishcouncil.org/accreditation for details).
The large English language teaching department of this university offers courses in academic English for adults.
Points of excellence were noted in aspects of general management, academic resources, course design and learner training.
The inspection report stated that the organisation met the standards of the Scheme.
In detail
Course content
This programme combines our Pre-Master's Diploma in the fist year with a master's course at Oxford Brookes University. For more information about the content of the second year please see your chosen master's course entry in our online prospectus.
Modules
In your first year you will take:
Compulsory modules:
Subject modules
Your subject modules will improve your knowledge of your subject area, and give you experience of studying at a UK university. You can choose from a wide range of undergraduate modules that suit the master's degree you want to study afterwards:
ComputingPlease note: the choice of subject modules depends on availability and may change without notice.
If you start in January you will take an independent study module instead of a subject module during the summer semester.
Student support
Our dedicated student support team are here throughout your time at Oxford Brookes International and can help with any problems or issue you may face. They can provide one to one support, pastoral advice and guidance to help you progress through your course. They also organise our welcome programme and social events for students.
Course dates
September 2017 start
Enrolment and induction: 18-22 September 2017
Semester 1: 25 September - 18 December 2017
Semester 2: 29 January - 19 May 2018
January 2018 start
Enrolment and induction: 25-26 January 2018
Semester 1: 29 January - 19 May 2018
Semester 2: 29 May - 10 August 2018 (dates tbc)
(See our university calendar for details of bank holidays.)
Key facts
This course is taught by Oxford Brookes International
Course length
Full-time: Two years - Pre-Master's Diploma plus master's degree
Teaching location
Headington Campus
Start date
September 2017 or January / September 2018
Progression and degree options
The following master's are currently available as part of this programme.
Two Year Master's Degree - Business
Two Year Master's Degree - Technology, Design and Environment
Two Year Master's Degree - Humanities and Social Sciences
Other subjects
Other master's options may be available on a case by case basis. Our other pre-master's courses offer progression on to a wider range of master's degrees. Please contact the pathways admissions team on [email protected] or call +44 (0) 1865 483206 for further information.
The tuition fees for the pre-master's year are £11,000 (for Sept 2017/Jan 2018 entry). This fee is the same for international, EU and UK students.
In your second year the tuition fees are those for the relevant master's course.
A £1,000 deposit is required for the Two Year Master's course.
Teaching materials
Your tuition fees include most of your teaching materials, and gives you access to the university's learning facilities including the libraries, computers and virtual learning environment.
Deposits and refunds
A non-refundable £1,000 deposit is required to secure your place on this course.
In the unlikely event that you decide to leave within the first four weeks of the course we will refund the tuition fees minus the £1,000 deposit. No refunds are available after the fourth week of the course. For more information see our terms and conditions.
Entry requirements
Academic
English language
If you do not meet the English language requirements you could take our University English course before starting this programme.
English language requirements for visas
This course is classed as a B2 level for visa purposes. To apply for a student visa you will need to meet the minimum B2 English language requirements.
Minimum Age
The normal minimum age for this course is 21. We will admit students under 21 on a case-by-case basis.How to apply
Apply online directly to Oxford Brookes
Use our simple, direct online application form - we aim to respond to applications in just 48 hours. You should state on your application which Oxford Brookes master's you want to study during your second year (the master's available to you are listed above).
Your admissions officer for this course Lucy Norris will be pleased to advise you and will see your application through to the moment you enrol at Brookes.
Contact her on [email protected] or +44 (0)1865 483874 for more information.
Conditions of acceptance
When you accept our offer, you agree to the conditions of acceptance. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
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