Exeter International Pre-Master's

University of Exeter International Study Centre
Prepare for entry to a postgraduate degree in a range of subject areas including business, engineering, education, humanities and computer science at the University of Exeter.

Key Information

  • Pathway students will produce a research proposal, with the option of developing this into a research project.
  • A variety of modules available to prepare you for studies in computer and data science, business and education.
  • Improve English language communication skills thanks to a collaboration with university students.
  • Successful completion of the Pre-Master’s leads to a Graduate Diploma of Higher Education.

Course Details

Exeter International Pre-Master's

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Age Requirement

16

All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.
Academic Requirements
First degree or equivalent or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades and work experience. For One Planet MBA: a minimum of three years, post-graduation work experience is required. For MPA: work experience at a managerial level in a public sector organisation is required.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 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 Fall Start (September)

Course start date : 15 September 2025 - Course end date: 19 June 2026

  • Semester 1 fall: 15 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
  • Semester 2 spring: 12 January 2026 - 3 April 2026
  • Semester 3 spring: 20 April 2026 - 19 June 2026
2026 Spring Start (January)

Course start date : 5 January 2026 - Course end date: 28 August 2026

  • Semester 1 spring: 5 January 2026 - 3 April 2026
  • Semester 2 spring: 20 April 2026 - 12 June 2026
  • Semester 3 summer: 22 June 2026 - 28 August 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 23,600.00

Accommodation

£ 2,244.00 - 11,328.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 260.00 - 355.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,854.00 - 36,033.00

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
15 Credit Units
15 Credit Units
Specialist modules

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Education Leadership and Management-MA

Final level %: 60%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

International Education-MA

Final level %: 60%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Technology and Education Futures-MA

Final level %: 60%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Special Educational Needs-MA

Final level %: 60%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Educational Research-MSc

Final level %: 60%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Advanced Computer Science-MSc

Final level %: 57%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Data Science-MSc

Final level %: 57%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Data Science with Artificial Intelligence-MSc

Final level %: 57%
English level %: 65%
Additional Requirements

Sustainable Development-MSc

Final level %: 55%
English level %: 65%

Business Analytics-MSc

Final level %: 57%
English level %: 65%