This programme aims to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for students intending to take a Master’s degree at Buckingham. This short, but intensive, programme has been designed in response to the educational difficulties many students have when taking course at a higher level (particularly when the UK is an unfamiliar educational culture). It is hoped the programme will both help international students to assimilate into the new culture they find themselves in and strengthen all students’ cognitive skills and chances of success in their chosen programmes.

Students successfully completing this pre-sessional course will be guaranteed a place on their chosen Buckingham Master’s programme.

• To develop the skills necessary to successfully complete postgraduate study and research
• To acquire knowledge related to the programme students are hoping to join.
• To enable students to develop the academic English skills essential for success at Master’s level
• To familiarise students with the UK business and academic environment
• To further develop the necessary skills and approach for life-long learning and employment in the modern business environment

• Framework for Higher Education Qualifications
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• Relevant Subject Benchmark Statement(s)
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Accounting (2019);General Business & Management (2019

Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each course unit/module can be found in the departmental or programme handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed annually by the University of Buckingham and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency.