Pre-Master's in Social Sciences and Law

Lancaster University International Study Centre
Prepare for entry to a postgraduate degree in a wide range of subjects at Lancaster University, including law, design and a world top 3 linguistics program (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).

Key Information

  • Convert to a new subject or build upon your current education to the level required by your chosen degree.
  • Study at our dedicated learning hub at the heart of Lancaster University's campus, with tailored 24/7 support.
  • Develop key career skills, gain real-world experience and enhance your employability while you study.
  • Successful completion of the Pre-Master’s leads to a Graduate Diploma of Higher Education.

Course Details

Pre-Master's in Social Sciences and Law

Lancaster University International Study Centre

Age Requirement

20

Academic Requirements
Successfully completed appropriate first qualifications in their own country. Qualifications recognised must be 'academic' with pre-requisite list of acceptable subjects.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in writing (minimum 5.5 in all subskills if visa required)
Class size

20

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2025 Summer Start (March)

Course start date : 31 March 2025 - Course end date: 5 September 2025

  • Semester 1 summer: 31 March 2025 - 13 June 2025
  • Semester 2 summer: 30 June 2025 - 5 September 2025

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 15,250.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 115.00 - 440.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 16,115.00 - 16,440.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2025 – 31 August 2026 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 2025 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

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English level %: 60% overall and 60% in reading & writing and 50% in listening & speaking
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English level %: 70% overall and 50% in each skill
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English level %: 60% overall and 40% in each skill

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Final level %: 60% overall and 60% in each module
English level %: 60% overall and 40% in each skill

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Final level %: 60% overall and 60% in each module
English level %: 60% overall and 40% in each skill

International Law and International Relations-MA

Final level %: 60% overall and 60% in each module
English level %: 60% overall and 40% in each skill

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Final level %: 60% overall and 60% in each module
English level %: 60% overall and 40% in each skill

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Final level %: 60% overall and 60% in each module
English level %: 60% overall and 60% in reading & writing and 50% in listening & speaking
Additional Information

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Final level %: 60% overall and 60% in each module
English level %: 60% overall and 40% in each skill