The University of Newcastle College of International Education Pre-Master’s Program offers a direct pathway for international students wishing to study a range of Master’s degrees at the University of Newcastle. Successful completion of the program provides students with 30 credit points towards various postgraduate degrees. The Pre-Master’s Program Information Technology (Accelerated) is a one trimester version of the Pre-Master’s Program Information Technology for students with slightly higher academic and English proficiency levels. Student’s study Academic English and three Master’s level subjects that are part of their chosen Master’s program. On successful completion of the Pre-Master’s Program, you’ll receive credit for these subjects and jump straight into the second trimester of your degree.