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Our 1-semester Premasters Programme prepares international students for study at masters level.

The programme is specially designed for international students who do not yet (in terms of academic background and/or language entry requirements) meet the University of Chichesters masters programme entry criteria.

It is particularly suitable for you if:

• You have not previously undertaken studies in English
• Your certified English language competence is not yet at IELTS 6.5 (or recognised equivalent) across all language components
• Your undergraduate degree does not contain a significant assessed element of independent research
• You have underperformed in your degree studies and your performance does not meet the entry criteria of your selected programme.
• Successful completion of the Premasters Programme (at 50% minimum) guarantees entry to all Chichester MA & MSc taught programmes. Applicants also need to apply to and be conditionally accepted by their selected masters programme.

The programme focuses on:

• Development of academic English language skills
• Development of critical and independent research skills
• Familiarisation with Chichester postgraduate expectations and practices
• You work in a group of no more than 20 students. There are many opportunities for tutor-student interaction as well as group work and regular individual tutorials.

On successful completion of your programme, you will be able to:

• Communicate appropriately in speaking and writing in academic contexts at IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) 6.5 (CEF (Common European Framework) C1) level.
• Use a variety of appropriate communication techniques to present information, ideas, problems and solutions to a range of audiences including academic audiences.
• Be familiar with UK HE expectations and practices.
• Demonstrate an understanding of key aspects of intercultural communication some of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of current knowledge and research.
• Critically evaluate arguments, data and abstract concepts to make judgements and frame appropriate questions.
• Select, apply and evaluate appropriate analytical skills to selected real-world issues.
• Show the ability to collaborate as part of team with minimum guidance, showing leadership skills as required.
• Demonstrate the confidence and learning ability required to undertake further education and training at postgraduate level.
• Take responsibility for own learning and apply an awareness of professional and ethical values to personal decisions and actions.
• Plan, carry out and evaluate independent research-based tasks.

After your degree

This course helps you develop the academic and communication skills you need to succeed at postgraduate level. You will be able to begin your postgraduate studies with confidence.

When you graduate from your chosen masters programme you will have a strong grounding in your field and be well placed to pursue an international career. You will also have the cultural awareness and English language skills you need to make an impact in a global environment.