Pre-Masters Program in Business, Humanities, Science and Engineering (1-Semester), Leading to Master of Science in Computer Science (conversion) Study Group - University of Sussex International Study Centre, UK

Pre-Masters Programme in Business, Humanities, Science and Engineering

The Pre-Masters programme is a preparational course for international students who wish to study one of a range of masters degrees at the University of Sussex. You can choose to study either one or two semesters of the programme, depending on your academic level.

There are seven subject pathways available, depending on your chosen progression degree. You will study a combination of core and subject-specific modules related to your intended masters degree. During the Pre-Masters course, you have the option to change your progression degree. In 2024, 96% of students who completed their Pre-Masters Programme at the University of Sussex International Study Centre were offered a place at the University of Sussex

What you’ll study

The University of Sussex Pre-Masters programme in Business, Humanities, Science and Engineering is intended for students who already have an undergraduate degree, looking to study a masters in the UK. Specifically designed to improve your English language level, study skills and academic knowledge, this course will help you to succeed in your postgraduate study and in your professional career.

Leading to: Computer Science (conversion) MSc

The MSc is for you if you’re planning to start a career in computing, or if you want to improve your employment options.

This is a conversion course designed for non-Computer Science graduates. In the Department of Informatics, we have a wide range of research expertise that underpins the teaching on the modules you study. Projects give you the opportunity to specialise in an area that interests you most.

When you graduate, you’ll have the skills needed to work for employers in areas such as:

• Artificial intelligence
• Human-centred computing
• Software engineering
• Software systems.

We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.