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Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering (2-Terms), Leading to Master of Science in Civil Engineering Study Group - Durham University International Study Centre - Queens Campus Study Group - Durham University International Study Centre - Queens Campus, UK

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GBP 20000

Tuition Fee (GBP)

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 Free

Application Fee

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18 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering (2-Terms)
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.

What will you study?
You will study core modules, which cover general skills, and designated modules that relate to your progression degree. This means your Pre-Masters programme will be tailored to the specific needs of your chosen degree.

Core modules

  • Academic English Skills
  • Advanced Academic Writing and Critical Reading
  • Quantitative Skills
  • Extended Research Project

When you complete the Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering, and achieve the required grades, you can progress Civil Engineering MSc at Durham University.

Leading to: Civil Engineering MSc

This course will provide you with advanced knowledge and understanding of Civil Engineering in three ways. Firstly high-quality taught modules will introduce advanced Civil Engineering topics such as structural design and highways engineering. Secondly, a substantial Civil design element will equip you with the ability to carry out structural design using appropriate design standards and numerical analysis tools. Finally, a major research and development project allows you to demonstrate the ability to work independently on a complex topic and demonstrate initiative in the solution of engineering challenges.

Durham University has many researchers tackling the challenge of ensuring sustainability and resilience of the infrastructure that underpins our society and economy. This sustainable infrastructure will form the topic of many of the substantial projects that you will undertake and you are uniquely placed to take advantage of a broad range of expertise in a general engineering department.

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Additional Information

Program Level Pathway Program

College/University Processing Time 30

Program Intensity Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2024, Nov 2023

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's Degree.

     

    6 IELTS Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    20000

    Tuition Fee
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     Free

    Application Fee
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    9207 Per year

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