Pre-Master's in Social Sciences
Queen’s University Belfast International Study Centre
Key Information
- Progress to a range of postgraduate degrees in subjects such as psychology, education and law – which is ranked 11th in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2025).
- Benefit from research projects that have been developed by the university staff.
- Design a research project, with a literature review, methodology and action plan.
- Keep up to date with the latest social sciences developments through internationally credited journals.
- Attend guest lectures from experts in the field, giving you access to the latest industry developments.
- Successful completion of the Pre-Master’s leads to a Graduate Diploma of Higher Education.
Age Requirement
18
Academic Requirements
Pass in an undergraduate degree in any subject from a recognised institution or Higher Education Diploma (3-5 years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognised institution.English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.Class size
20
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025 Summer Start (June)
Course start date : 16 June 2025 - Course end date: 19 June 2026
- Term 1 summer: 16 June 2025 - 22 August 2025
- Term 2 fall: 15 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
- Term 3 spring: 5 January 2026 - 13 February 2026
- Term 4 spring: 16 February 2026 - 19 June 2026
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 21,495.00
Accommodation
£ 1,932.00 - 10,168.00
Enrolment fee
£ 250.00
Textbooks
£ 105.00 - 865.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 500.00
Approximate cost
£ 24,282.00 - 33,278.00
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.
Core modules
Credit Units
P
= Placement option availableA
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