The Pre-Master's course is Stage 1 of the postgraduate pathway, and is one semester in duration (for Art and Design two semester Pre-Master's is also available). It has been designed to prepare students who have not qualified for direct entry to ARU's Master's degrees, for postgraduate level studies.<br><br>Undertaking a Pre-Master's course will provide you with the time to adjust to the rigorous research and independent study requirements of postgraduate studies and prepare you to get the most out of your postgraduate study at ARU.<br><br>All Pre-Master's courses are taught at the Cambridge campus. Depending on your chosen degree, you may need to change to the Chelmsford campus for the remainder of your studies.<br><br>Assessment for most modules is continuous, and includes tests, assignments and a dissertation. Most modules have a final two-hour examination.