Pre-Masters in Engineering

Bachelor's degree

In Telford

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Telford

  • Duration

    12 Years

The International Academy is accredited by the British Council (Accreditation UK) for the quality of English Language provision.

As a student on this 12 month Pre-Masters course in Engineering, you will develop;

a strong foundation for study in your chosen subject area
academic language and research skills which will help you think critically, become an independent learner and successfully articulate your views

In this course, you will study a mixture of subject specific modules and more general modules that will deepen your English language and Higher Education learning skills. The subject modules are principally set at NQF level six, but may include an essential skills module from level 5. The English language modules will include a focus on your subject context.

These will develop your capabilities to study in your chosen subject, at a level that will enable you to begin a postgraduate degree at the University of Wolverhampton or another UK University which recognises the programme.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Telford (Shropshire)
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Level 3 Southwater One, Southwater Sqare, Southwater Way, TF3 4JG

Start date

On request

About this course

At the end of this course you, the student, will be able to:

Identify key concepts and theories appropriate to your chosen subject context.
Address complex problems using techniques of analysis and enquiry appropriate to your discipline.
Demonstrate a range of transferable skills appropriate to your chosen Masters course and subsequent career, including: communication skills, the ability to initiate and carry out projects independently, and digital/information literacy.

This course is designed for international students who have achieved at least a Higher Diploma/HND (equivalent to two years of a UK degree programme) or otherwise fall short of the academic qualification for entry directly to a Master’s course i.e. may have a non-honours degree. Our Regional Offices, in-country Education Advisors and UK-based Admissions team can advise on how applicants’ qualifications equate to UK study levels.
Entry point to the Pre-Masters course:
.
September (two semester route)

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Subjects

  • Engineering
  • University
  • English
  • English Language

Course programme

Depending on the subject of study, you may undertake any of the following:

  • Reading – both core and supplementary reading from books, journals and electronic sources
  • Case Analysis – to look at the application of theory and practice, to identify problems and recommend solutions.
  • Group discussions – on provided themes to draw out and share personal experiences and learning amongst the wider group.
  • Student presentations/student led seminars.
  • Problem-based learning approaches.
  • Lectures and workshops.
  • Group and individual tutorials
  • Personal reflection.
  • Group role play and project work.
  • Assessment preparation and feedback.
  • Individual and group presentations.
  • Peer feedback
  • Laboratory based practicals

There are two types of assessment used on this course:

Formative assessment will help you to understand the requirements and expectations of your course of study. Advice will be given on how you can improve your performance.

Summative assessment is marked against published learning outcomes and assessment criteria. If you pass your summative assessments, you will be able to progress to your Master’s degree.

A range of assessment methods are used, depending on your subject. They may include:

  • Case study analysis
  • Essays
  • Examinations and in-class tests
  • Lab reports
  • Oral presentations, both individual and group
  • Portfolios
  • Projects
  • Research journals
  • Written reports, both individual and group

Pre-Masters in Engineering

Price on request