Overview

If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Key Information of Pre-Master's in Media, Humanities and Social Sciences - International Journalism

Progress to the INTO University of Stirling: UK top 5 (2nd in Scotland) for Communication and Media Studies and UK top 5 (3rd in Scotland) for Education (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).
MSc Media Management was the first course of its kind in the UK and has been running since 1993.
MSc TESOL students have opportunities to shadow and observe teachers in actual classes.
Attend specialist lectures and seminar sessions at the university.
Explore research areas of interest at an early stage to pursue in more detail once progressing to the degree. Develop research and analytical skills with one-to-one supervision.
Successful completion of the Pre-Master’s leads to a Graduate Diploma of Higher Education.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Research Design

Critical Thinking

Study Skills for Graduate Study

Academic English and Communication for Graduate Study

Quantitative or Qualitative Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

IELTS

5

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sociology Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 1469 other programmes in Sociology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic Requirements:

Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject. - *Additional Information: If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to a combined degree with preparation program.Please note that in addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications.

Age Requirements:

17

English Requirements:

3-Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill) or equivalent.
4-Terms: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in each subskill) or equivalent.

iCAS

If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS (integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)) program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Tuition Fee

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International

17495 GBP/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17495 GBP for the full programme during 9 months.

3 Terms: £ 17,495, 4 Terms: £ 19,995

Living costs for Stirling

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarship availability and award value may vary. If you’re using an education counselor, contact them to apply for this scholarship.

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Scholarships Information

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