Graduate Diploma Pre-Masters in Design Studies (Accelerated)
The Graduate Diploma provides you with a blend of English language and academic skills set within a discipline context focused on your chosen specialism. Its primary aim is to ensure you are prepared for the demand of study at Masters level, by equipping you with the appropriate English competencies, personal effectiveness and study skills needed for postgraduate studies. You will also be provided with the necessary discipline-specific prior knowledge for your chosen Masters programme.
Upon completion, you will have the opportunity to advance your studies in a selection of design-related Masters programmes. Our Masters degrees are tailored to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to enter the workplace and perform at a high level right away. Most of our postgraduate degrees will give you the chance to work on live projects with global brands that will ensure your CV stands out once you've graduated.
Masters progression
Completion of this will get you onto the following postgraduate programmes:
Design Management, MSc
Digital Design and Innovation, MA
Fashion and Textiles Design, MA
Fashion and Textiles Design with Industry Placement, MA
Fashion and Textiles Management, MSc
Interior Architecture and Design, MA
The Heriot-Watt Pre-Masters Graduate Diploma is for you if:
You're an international student who does not have the appropriate English requirements
You do not meet the published entry requirements for your postgraduate degree
You're returning to education after some time away and need support
You're switching to a different subject from what you've previously studied
Benefits of our Pre-Masters Graduate Diploma
Prepares you for entry into your chosen postgraduate degree programme
A personalised study experience, tailored to meet your needs and optimise your experience
Become part of the global Heriot-Watt community
Our award-winning careers team will provide you with lifetime support throughout your career
Once you've completed this programme, our postgraduate degrees are tailored to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to enter the workplace and perform at a high level right away. Most of our postgraduate degrees will give you the chance to work on live projects with global brands that will ensure your CV stands out once you've graduated.
Campus Information
Edinburgh Campus
Our Edinburgh Campus is truly international. Over 10,500 staff and students are based here, with around a third of them coming from outside the UK. Our international students find a warm and friendly welcome and all the support they might need.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Employers around the world actively seek out our graduates. This is because they are work ready. All our degrees are career-focused and relevant to the needs of business and industry.
We are known for our applied teaching and research, informed and shaped by real world needs. We placed 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK graduate employability, with over 84% of our graduates in full-time employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes survey, 2024).
At Heriot-Watt you will learn from world leading academics at the forefront of their specialisms.
You'll enjoy a distinctive, high quality academic experience focused on developing your skills and knowledge to help you transition smoothly into the world of work at the end of your studies.
We offer many specialist programmes and all of our degrees are structured so that you can, as far as possible, customise them to suit your specific interests and career aspirations.
Heriot-Watt boasts extensive links with business and industry. We are known for our excellent industrial placements and companies often approach us directly seeking students for work placements or employment.
Our degrees are career-focused and relevant to the needs of business and industry. Employers actively seek out our graduates as our degrees are highly regarded for their relevance to the world of work. Many of our degrees are accredited by professional bodies.
The University's Careers Advisory Service is available throughout your studies, ensuring you have the skills you need to successfully market yourself to future employers.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
IELTS 6.0 with no bands below 5.5. Completed any related ordinary degree or graduate diploma equivalent, or completed a non-cognate honours degree looking for a discipline change
India - Recognised 3 year honours degree at 45% or a 3 year degree at 50% or a 4 year degree at 45%.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 04 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
10560 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A