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Master of Study Skills
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- 0.33 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A one-semester January certificate that develops study skills and subject knowledge before a master's course.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Build foundational understanding of Pre-Master's Certificate in Study Skills
- Improve academic communication and research skills
- And prepare for further study.
Career outcomes
- Progression to a master's degree at Oxford Brookes
Curriculum
- A 12-week
- One-semester course (January to April) focused on postgraduate study skills
- With a subject specialism chosen from a wide range of areas such as business
- Tourism and hospitality
- Law
- Social sciences
- Arts and computing.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Undergraduate qualification not meeting direct master's entry
- See the course page.
Accepted academic background
Undergraduate degree (any discipline) not meeting direct master's entry, Minimum age 21 (younger case by case).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- PTE Academic 65
- Duolingo 110
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation or school completion evidence
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence where required
- Program-specific supporting documents.
How to apply
- Visit the official website for Oxford Brookes University. Review graduate or pathway admission requirements for the selected program. Complete the online application form. Submit academic transcripts and required supporting documents. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee. Submit any program-specific materials. Wait for the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £7,650 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £1,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Headington |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Oxford Brookes Business School |
| Department | Academic Programmes |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible international students at Oxford Brookes University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
11 Dec 2026
27 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.33 years.
The next deadline is 11 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £7,650 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £1,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £17,265 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, PTE Academic 65, Duolingo 110.

