Pre-Master's in Science and Computing

... United Kingdom
... Cardiff University - Study Group

Course Overview

Computer science is one of the fastest-moving and most exciting global industries. You will explore how technology can solve problems and transform lives around the world.

General Eligibility

The test results must have been achieved in the past 24 months and meet the minimum English equivalency score for your chosen programme.

This applies if you:

  • come to campus, or

  • start your studies virtually and join us on campus at a later date.

UKVI-approved SELTS include:

  • IELTS Academic for UKVI

  • Trinity Integrated Skills in English UKVI

  • Pearson PTE Academic UKVI

  • LanguageCert International ESOL SELT

  • PSI Skills for English UKVI (4 components)

Alternative tests accepted include:

  • Pearson PTE Academic / Pearson PTE Academic Online

  • IELTS Indicator*

  • IELTS Academic (non-UKVI) / IELTS Academic Online

  • LanguageCert International ESOL

  • TOEFL iBT/iBT Home Edition

  • Cambridge ESOL

  • Duolingo

  • Cambridge Linguaskill

  • Oxford Test of English

  • Academic English Skills

  • Password Skills Solo

Study Group is permitted to assess students’ suitability for entry onto programmes which are degree level and above under the registration for the UK Office for Students. You are therefore not required to have a UKVI SELT to obtain a Student Visa when you come to campus.

If you begin your course virtually and transfer to the UK to complete your programme, you may be issued a Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) based on the Academic English Skills module assessments (as part of your Pre-Master's).

A CAS for a Student Visa will only be issued if you have met the minimum language requirement of CEFR B2 in all skills, and the academic entry requirements for your chosen programme.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • 2 semester programme: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in all skills)
    2.5 semester programme: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all skills)
    3 semester programme: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in all skills)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Computing


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Campus Name

Cardiff


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

2, 2.5 or 3 semesters


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Available Intake

January, May, September, November


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IELTS Score

5.0


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Tuition Fees Range

n/a,


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