Pre-Master's in Business & Management or Computer Science

Prepare to join the exciting and dynamic world of business and management or Computer Science with our master’s degree preparation course.

You’ll learn all the business-related knowledge, academic study and English skills you’ll need to study and succeed on a master’s degree at a university in the UK.

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Why study with us?

Oxford International provides students worldwide access to online education and opportunities to achieve their higher education goals. Our programmes are designed with student success and academic achievement in mind. Our outcomes-based programmes equip you with the essential components of success in university study, including a strong command of the English language, academic study skills, and specialised subject knowledge.

Our online Pre-Master’s Programme in Business and Management or Computer Science is designed to teach the English language, study skills and business and management or computer science modules you need to successfully transition into pursuing a postgraduate degree in the UK. The Business and Management programme is offered through 1-term and 2-term route, and the Computer Science programme is offered through a 2-term route.

Course features

You are eligible for admission to a number of partner universities upon completion of the programme.
Small classes enabling you to receive tailored support.
Stage one of the programme will be administered online, and stage two will be on campus.
Opportunity to learn from business, management, and language experts.
Build lasting relations with like-minded professionals.
Develop professional and study skills applicable to both work and study contexts.
Access an academic digital library consisting of journals, articles, and websites.

Course Information

Why should you choose the Pre-Master's in Business and Management or Computer Science?

These online programmes are ideal for you if you are an international student and wish to bridge the gap between your undergraduate qualifications and the requirements of a postgraduate degree in the UK. The programmes will equip you with the academic and language skills you need and fill study gaps if you have been away from academic life.

For Business and Management we offer two routes to the programme depending on your English language and academic requirements: a 10-week (1 term) and 20-week (2 terms) Pre-Master’ which covers language and academic business modules. For Computer Science we offer the 2 term route only.

These unique programmes will equip you with the necessary skills you need to succeed in your postgraduate degree at a wide range of partner universities in the UK.

Learning Outcomes

The Pre-Master’s programme is delivered Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 18:00 UK time, in small groups. Lessons are made up of the following:

7 hours of video lessons and self-study tasks a week on our Learning Platform so you can study at a time that works for you.
12 hours of live lessons a week taught through our innovative learning platform.
1 personal tutorial twice.

After or upon successful completion of the Pre-Master’s, you will:

Have improved English and study skills to achieve at least Oxford ELLT level 7 or IELTS level 6.5.
Be equipped with in-demand business and management skills and increased understanding of the business environment.
Understand essential concepts in business, management, strategy, finance, and marketing.
Have knowledge about different types of organisations, business environments, management structures, and the concepts of strategy.
Develop a broad range of contemporary business knowledge if you are new to the subject area or if you have not studied a long diploma programme (or equivalent).

Course Modules

Business Communication and Academic Study Skills (BCASS)

This module gives students the key business tools, terminology, English language, as well academic study skills required for master’s study.

Business Strategy and Environment (BSE)

This module allows students to develop knowledge and skills of business strategy and the impacts of the business environment.

Business and Management (BM)

This module highlights some of the key theories and practices in how business functions and operates.

Pre-Master’s in Business & Management

Business Communication and Academic Study Skills (BCASS)

This module gives students the key business tools, terminology, English language, as well academic study skills required for master’s study.

Business Strategy and Environment (BSE)

This module allows students to develop knowledge and skills of business strategy and the impacts of the business environment.

Business and Management (BM)

This module highlights some of the key theories and practices of how business functions and operates.

Business Fundamentals and Marketing (BFM)

This module introduces students to key concepts and theories in general business and the marketing functions that support this.

Fundamentals of Finance in Business (FFB)

This module provides students with a knowledge of the role and function of accounting and finance in relation to business.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

This module is a dedicated language module aimed at transitioning your current knowledge of general English to academic functions and application in higher education.

Pre-Master’s in Computer Science

Modules include:

English for Academic Purposes
Mathematics for Computing
Computer Architectures
Object Oriented Programming
Networking and the Internet

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Completing our Pre-Master’s Programme can lead to admission in postgraduate degrees in business or computer science at partner universities. Several of our university partners also offer opportunities for progression into a broader selection of non-business degree programmes.

Check the full list of our partner universities and available degree options.

Our team will help you choose the ideal study options based on your academic background and performance in this programme. All applications to our university partners will be assessed by the university and admission will be subject to their entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in the programme, you must fulfil the following criteria:

2-Term Pre-Master’s Programme

Language:

Minimum of Oxford ELLT 5 (no component below 4)/IELTS 5.5 (no component below 5), or equivalent.

Academic:

Undergraduate degree or diploma

1-Term Pre-Master’s Programme

Language:

Minimum of Oxford ELLT 6 (no component below 5)/IELTS 6 (no component below 5.5), or equivalent.

Academic:

Undergraduate degree or diploma in a business-related subject

For more information about Oxford ELLT, visit: oxfordellt.com.

Course	Start	Finish	Target progression
1 Term PMP	19/02	03/05	Sept 24
2 term PMP	11/03	09/08	Sept 24
1 Term PMP	06/05	19/07	Sept 24
1 Term PMP	03/06	16/08	Sept 24
2 Term PMP	03/06	15/11	Jan 25
1 term PMP	02/09	15/11	Jan 25
3 Term IFP	29/04	22/11	Jan 25

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Pricing

The pricing for the programme is applicable worldwide.

One-Term Pre-Master’s: £6,500
Two -Term Pre-Master’s: £10,500

Scholarships may be available

Testimonials

I found this course extremely helpful as it prepared me for studying at a British university. It has taught me how to participate in various activities, which will be beneficial for my future studies. Moreover, I appreciate the teaching style of the course.

Kaushalbai Patel
2022 Online Pre-Master's Programme

I enjoy studying with my classmates, because we make progress together, give feedback together, and have made good memories. The teachers are also very good, they take good care of our study and life, and give us good guidance.

Zheng Langxing
2022 Online Pre-Sessional English course

My experience was really good and it really helps save time because it’s based online. Face-to-face parts were really comfortable because the professor was friendly. OI Digital Institute admissions team respond to emails really fast and they really helped me clear up any queries.

Pruthvi Lokesh

Frequently Asked Questions

We employ a group of dedicated and highly experienced teachers who are passionate about teaching. With a wealth of experience in traditional and virtual classrooms as well as in the industry, our highly qualified instructors will provide you the guidance you need on your educational journey.

We take considerable care in designing our programmes to provide a great student learning experience. You can expect student-focused individual and group study tasks, reviewing case studies of recent industry developments designed to demonstrate and exemplify the correlation between academic study of business and its impact in the real-world. Quizzes and guided feedback check on progress and ensure that you are on target for academic success while teamwork within your student cohort and forums will allow you to interact effectively with your peers.

Our application process is quite simple. Students can apply online by following the steps below:

Step 1 Select your programme from the following webpages by clicking here: Pre-Master’s

Step 2 Click the application link: Pre-Master’s Application Form

Step 3 Complete application form

Step 4 Upload academic and language certificates

Step 5 Submit

Following an application our admissions team will assess this to ensure all requirements are met.

You will receive an offer with details of how to make your payment.

Before your programme starts, you will receive a welcome pack with everything you need to start.

Yes, you will be able to progress onto a postgraduate degree at a UK university after successfully completing this programme. Our team will assist you in applying to our partner universities, providing you with support throughout the application process.

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Pre-Master's in Business & Management or Computer Science

Why study with us?

Course features

Course Information

Why should you choose the Pre-Master's in Business and Management or Computer Science?

Learning Outcomes

Course Structure

What can you expect to learn from this course?

Course Modules

One-Term Route

Two-Term Route

Progression Routes

Entry Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

Course Cycle

Pricing

How much does the course cost?

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Who teaches the Pre-Master’s in Business and Management?

What will my classes look like?

How can I apply for this course?

Will I able to gain admission to a UK university after completing this programme?

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