Program Overview

Master's Preparation

Overview

Prepare for direct entry to a range of Master's degrees at universities across the UK, with guaranteed entry to one of 30+ NCUK universities.

Key Information

• A guaranteed offer for one of 30+ NCUK University Partners upon successful completion.
• INTO Manchester students have successfully progressed to 21 of the 24 Russell Group universities, and 11 of the 15 world top 100 universities in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025).
• Prepare for a wide range of UK Master's degrees in any subject area (depending on relevant undergraduate degree background).
• Improve academic English and advanced research skills using case studies.
• Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.
• 92% of students are satisfied with personal welfare and wellbeing support at INTO Manchester (INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2023).

Course Details

Master's Preparation

INTO Manchester

2025/26

• 2 Terms
• 3 Terms

Entry Requirements

Age Requirement

• 21

Academic Requirements

• Successful completion of an undergraduate degree or an equivalent 3-year university diploma.
• Students with a 3-year diploma are offered a more limited range of progression opportunities for postgraduate study.
• Work experience in a related area can increase this range for diploma holders.
• Being academically pre-qualified for progression to your choice of university is essential.
• This programme cannot be used as an academic top-up.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in reading and writing) or equivalent.
• For students using a "student route visa": IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.

Class Size

• 20

Important Dates

2025 Fall Start (September)

• Course start date: 22 September 2025
• Course end date: 19 June 2026
  • Term 1 fall: 22 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
  • Term 2 spring: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Term 3 summer: 13 April 2026 - 19 June 2026

Fees and Pricing

Estimated Cost of Attendance

• Tuition fee: £18,900.00
• Enrolment fee (Compulsory): £250.00
• Textbooks (Compulsory): £120.00 - 440.00
• Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent): £500.00
• Approximate cost: £19,770.00 - 20,090.00

Modules

Core Modules

• English for Academic Purposes
• Research Methods
• Management Studies