The Masters Preparation Programme is a full-time two or three term course preparing international students for entry to a Masters (MBA, MSc) programme in the UK. This fully-integrated course provides you with the language and academic skills required for postgraduate study in the UK. Successful completion of a first degree is compulsory for entry to this course.
The programme combines English language tuition, intensive IELTS exam preparation and academic training with specialist subject teaching. In addition, you learn about life in Britain and what is expected of you when studying a Masters degree at a British university, including essential IT and numeracy skills. We also offer two compulsory subject modules, Management Studies and Marketing, which focus on a number of areas.
The core curriculum covers:
Intensive IELTS training (and GMAT on demand)
English for academic purposes
Advanced academic writing skills
Presentation and seminar skills
Academic listening and note-taking
Critical thinking
Research and study skills
IT and numeracy skills.
Management Studies and Marketing which focus on a number of areas:
Management Studies
Human Resources management
Managing change in organisations
Strategic planning and forecasting
Leadership.
Marketing
Principles of marketing
Market research
Approaches to promotion
Marketing management methods.
The availability of subject modules will depend on student numbers.
As part of our Masters Preparation Programme we offer a free higher education advisory service. Our dedicated advisers guide you through every stage of the university application process from choosing the right course at the right university to completing your application form, providing references, writing your personal statement and dealing with replies.
*Booking discount! Students will receive a 5 per cent discount on tuition fees if the total balance is paid at least 6 weeks prior to the start of the first term. This discount is offered on the tuition fee only, it does not apply to accommodation, insurance, booking or airport transfer fees.
We are offering an exceptional student a full tuition scholarship on the Masters Preparation Programme. Click here for more details and an application form.
Accommodation prices
Bell Cambridge accommodation options:
Type
Description
Weekly fee (GBP£)
Residential
Sorrento Residence: single en-suite room, daily bed & breakfast. Part of small hotel complex, between school and city centre
19
15mins
15mins
233
Tripos Court: self-catering, single room with private shower and toilet. Lively student residence between school and city centre, and opposite popular Cambridge Leisure Centre
18
10mins
10mins
179
Peterhouse College: self-catering, single room in shared student house. Available in July and August only. Traditional simply furnished university accommodation in Cambridge's historical city centre
19
15mins
0mins
133
Sedley Court: self-catering, single room with private shower and toilet. Available in July and August only. Lively student residence between school and city centre
18
15mins
15mins
179
Homestay
Single room, daily bed & breakfast, no evening meals.
Various - available on request.
105
Single room, daily bed & breakfast, evening meals, weekend lunches.
Various - available on request.
140
Guesthouse and hotels
Available on request.
Lunches
£35 of credit per week for food and drink can be added to any accommodation option.
Airport taxi transfer prices (Adult courses)
Transfer options:
Bedgebury
Cambridge
London
Airport transfer (one way) London Gatwick
£90
£145
£90
Airport transfer (one way) London Heathrow
£120
£120
£75
Airport transfer (one way) London Stansted
£125
£70
£90
Airport transfer (one way) London Luton
£150
£85
£85
Airport transfer (one way) London City
-
£130
£65
Ebbsfleet Eurostar Terminal
£85
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Insurance options:
2009
UK courses only - for bookings invoiced at 2009 prices travel insurance will be included in your fees. Documentation:
Malta courses only - insurance is not included in your course fees. It is highly recommended that you take cover for personal and financial security.
Useful notes
Useful information - Deposit - High season supplement:
All dates provided are recommended arrival dates. If you wish to start on a different date, please contact us.
Classes begin on the Monday and students should arrive on the Sunday.
Dates in bold indicate arrival dates that fall on a public holiday. In such cases, classes begin on the Tuesday and students should arrive on the holiday Monday instead of the Sunday.
Classes end on the Friday and students should depart on the Saturday, with the exception of Good Friday (10th April 2009) where students finish classes on the Thursday and should depart on the Friday.
Deposit
UK: A non-refundable deposit of £215 is payable for all courses, which includes the £65 registration fee.
Malta: A non-refundable deposit of €160 is payable for all courses, which includes the €60 registration fee.
High Season supplement
*High season supplements on UK courses: A high season supplement of £25 a week is payable on all courses falling between 28th June - 29th August 2009.
High season supplements on Malta courses are shown in the pricing tables.
Do you have a question or enquiry? Our resident Masters Preparation Programme specialist can help you. Use our online information request form to ask a question or request further information.
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The programme combines English language tuition, intensive IELTS exam preparation and academic training with specialist subject teaching. In addition, you learn about life in Britain and what is expected of you when studying a Masters degree at a British university, including essential IT and numeracy skills. We also offer two compulsory subject modules, Management Studies and Marketing, which focus on a number of areas.
As part of our Masters Preparation Programme we offer a free higher education advisory service. Our dedicated advisers guide you through every stage of the university application process from choosing the right course at the right university to completing your application form, providing references, writing your personal statement and dealing with replies.
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