Pre-Master’s (International Graduate Diploma) in Business and Humanities
Designed to help prepare you for studying at the University of East London Docklands Campus, this one year programme is the first step to gaining your Master’s at the University.
Throughout the programme you will better your English language skills by learning specialist academic language related to your programme and strengthen your skills in the following areas:
- Business Language
- Academic Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Academic Research
- Presentation Skills
- Poster Presentations
Our supportive teachers will work with you to help you to reach your full potential. During your studies, you will learn by attending a range of dynamic lessons which are designed to build your confidence including discussions, presentations, lectures, small group tutorials and personal tutor sessions.
University of East London knows that academic success is not enough in the changing world of business, and that to become a leader, you will also need good emotional intelligence, reasoning, stress management and adaptability. All these topics will be covered as part of the Mental Wealth module.
Semester 1:
Core Modules
- English for Academic Purposes
Chosen Stream Modules
- International Relations
- Mental Wealth: Global Enterprise and Consultancy Practice
You will also choose one more module depending on whether or not you wish to study Business or Humanities.
Semester 2:
- Research and study skills
Business Stream Module:
- The Future of Business and Management
Humanities Stream Module:
- Social and Cultural Studies
Following successful completion of this programme you will be able to progress to Postgraduate Programmes including:
- MSc Finance and Risk
- MSc Human Resource Management
- MSc International Business Management
- MBA
- MBA (Digital Marketing)
- MBA (Fintech Management)
- MBA (Project Management)
- MBA (Business Analytics)
- MBA (Supply Chain Management)
- MBA with Placement Year
- MSc Oil and Gas Management
- MSc Professional Accounting
- LLM Business and Financial Law
- LLM Energy and Natural Resources Law
- LLM General
- LLM Human Rights Advocacy
- LLM International Law and Legal Practice
- LLM Transitional Justice and Conflict
- MSc Sports Management
- MA Conflict, Displacement and Human Security
- MSc International Relations
- MSc NGO and Development Management
- MA Refugee Studies
Key facts for Pre-Master’s (International Graduate Diploma) in Business and Humanities
| Start dates: | September 2025 January 2026 |
| Duration: | 2 semesters |
| Visa type: | Integrated Visa (International Graduate Diploma + Master’s) |
| Cost: | £16,490 |
| Scholarships Available: | Contact us or your Education Counsellor for more details |
| Course Info: | Integrated CAS programme (Level 7 CAS) for Visa purposes. Accredited by the University of East London |
Minimum English Language Level:
Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (and no component below 5.5) or equivalent
Academic Entry Requirements:
- A pass in an undergraduate degree or a Diploma (3 – 5 years) with suitable grades or equivalent.
- Successful completion of higher/advanced diploma in a related subject area
- All students must have studies in the relevant field to continue in those degrees
- Each applicant will be considered individually and assessed on their ability to succeed at this level.
Minimum Age Requirement:
18 years of age.