Postgraduate Pathway in Management
The College, Swansea University
Key Information
Campus location
Swansea, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 4 semester
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 10,500 / per semester *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* Pre-Master's: £10,500 (1 Semester), £13,500 (2 Semesters), £16,500 (3 semesters). Master’s Degree: £17,500. Additional fees may apply.
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Introduction
Swansea University's Master of Science (MSc) Management courses are all intensive Master's degrees. They are designed mainly for recent graduates who want to gain a sound understanding of a broad range of management disciplines and learn about key theories and current topics in their chosen field to enhance their employability. Subject areas include finance, international management and marketing.
For pathways leading to Master's in Management, The College is pleased to now be able to offer a selection of Pre-Master's programmes designed to suit different admissions requirements;
For students who have an existing vocational qualification (eg: Horticulture, Jewellery making) and with an IELTS equivalent 6.0 (5.5), we are able to offer our 2-semester pathway option.
Pre-Master's Course | IELTS Requirement | Qualification Requirement | Enrolment Points | Pre-Master's Stage | Master's Stage |
1 Semester (Academic modules) | IELTS 6.0 (5.5) or equivalent* | Academic Undergraduate | January and June | 1 CAS / Visa | 1 CAS / Visa |
2 Semester (Academic modules) | IELTS 6.0 (5.5) or equivalent* | Vocational | September and January | 1 CAS / Visa | 1 CAS / Visa |
2 Semester (Academic and English modules) | UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.0) | Academic Undergraduate | September and January | 1st CAS / Visa | 2nd CAS / Visa** |
3 Semester (Academic and English modules) | UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.5) | Academic Undergraduate | September and June | 1st CAS / Visa | 2nd CAS / Visa** |
*IELTS Academic and other forms of acceptable language qualifications are accepted.
**Students can apply for their second visa from within the UK and will be able to access the University's free Visa advisory service.
Key Features
The College, Swansea University provides teaching in smaller groups, with a personalised and supportive educational philosophy that encourages students to reach their maximum academic potential. All courses are available with a choice of start dates and durations, depending on your qualifications and English Language proficiency.
When you study in The College, Swansea University, you are a full student of the University from the start of your course.
Modules
(Five modules taken on the one semester course).
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
- Strategy
- Critical Management Thinking
- Academic English Skills (1)
- Quantitative Methods for Business
- Principles of Finance and Investment
- Academic English Skills (2)
- Research and Critical Analysis
- Study Skills Tutorial (2)
Description
The following durations and start dates are available, depending on your IELTS Score.
Accelerated
- One semester: January or June start.
- Two semesters: September or January start.
- Three semesters: September or June start.
Standard
- Two semesters: September or January start.
- Three semesters: September or June start.
- Four semesters: January or June start.
Entry Requirements
There are both English Language and Academic Entry Requirements for Pre-Master's study.
For details please refer to our Admission Requirements by Country document.
If you do not meet the English Language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English Language tuition at Swansea University to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date.
How to Apply
You can apply via our online form.
Before you submit your application, please make sure that:
- You know which course you want to study and which date you want to start.
- You have electronic copies of your academic transcripts, which you will need to attach to your online application. Please note: the limit for all attachments is 25MB.
- Alternatively, you can download the Application Form in PDF format, fill in and send to [email protected] with the necessary documents.
Please note: If you are a citizen/permanent resident of the United Kingdom and have not lived outside of the UK for at least three years, you may not be eligible to apply via The College, Swansea University. Admissions staff will review your application and get in touch to advise you.
Tuition Fees
Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2019/20 are as follows:
Pre-Master's | £10,500 (1 Semester) £13,500 (2 Semesters) £16,500 (3 semesters) |
Master’s Degree | £17,500 |
Additional Costs
Recommended textbooks for this course are available in the University libraries, but you may choose to purchase personal copies. All software needed for the course is available on the University network for use within University computer rooms. Free wireless internet access is available across the whole of the University campus, including halls of residence. Personal costs such as the purchase of stationery, photocopying costs, parking fees or travel between the campuses are not included in your tuition fees.
Degree Pathways
Successful completion of this pathway will lead to the award of one of the following from Swansea University:
- MSc Management
- MSc Management (Finance)
- MSc Management (International)
- MSc Management (International Standards)
- MSc Management (Marketing)
- MSc Management (Human Resource Management)
- MSc Management (Operations and Supply Management)
- MSc Management (Entrepreneurship)
- MSc Management (Business Analytics)
- MSc Management (e-Business)
Accreditation
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the only chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. By undertaking this course, upon graduation, you will receive a CMI level 7 Certificate.