Who is it for?
- graduates, or final-year students, who want to specialise in their field,
- working people who want to change direction or take the next step in their career,
- professionals who want to build on their management experience with an international MBA.
Types of programme
Taught master’s
Most MA, MSc and LLM degrees are taught master’s: modules and assessments, followed by a dissertation or project. In the UK, full-time taught master’s programmes usually last one year.
Research master’s (MRes, MPhil)
Programmes built mainly on independent research, suited to students considering an academic career or a PhD.
MBA
A general management programme for professionals with work experience. The length of full-time MBA programmes varies by school, and some schools also offer part-time or executive options.
Entry requirements
Requirements vary by university and programme; this is the general picture:
- Bachelor’s degree and grades: universities ask for a minimum grade average, and many publish their own equivalences for degrees from Turkish universities.
- English language: universities mostly state their requirement as an IELTS Academic score. For example, the University of Leeds asks for 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each component as its standard for taught master’s, while the University of Warwick asks for different scores, such as 6.5 or 7.0 overall, depending on the programme.
- Personal statement: why you have chosen the programme and what you want to achieve.
- References: academic or professional.
- For an MBA: post-graduation work experience and a CV. For example, Warwick Business School, Alliance Manchester Business School and Cranfield School of Management ask for at least three years’ work experience for their full-time MBA, and all three expect an admissions test such as the GMAT, GRE or the school’s own test.
Application timeline
Master’s applications are usually made directly to the university rather than through UCAS. Each programme sets its own dates: some assess applications as they arrive and may close once they are full, while some MBA programmes take applications in rounds. That is why we check the dates of your chosen programmes with you early.
- 12 to 15 months before you start: we talk about your goals and build a list of programmes and universities.
- 9 to 12 months before you start: your documents, personal statement and references are prepared, and you take an English test if needed.
- When applications open: we check and send your applications.
- After an offer: we plan the steps to accept it, pay any deposit and meet any conditions together.
Popular places to study
Cities such as London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Oxford and Cambridge are home to many master’s and MBA programmes across different fields. The right city depends on your subject, your budget and the sector you are aiming for.
How Point Consultancy helps
- In a first consultation we talk about your academic background, work experience and career goals.
- We build a list of programmes that match your profile and goals.
- We help you make your personal statement and CV strong and consistent.
- We check and send your applications and follow up with the universities.
- After your offer, we help you meet the conditions and get ready to travel.
Frequently asked questions
Does a master’s in the UK really take one year?
Full-time taught master’s programmes usually take one year. Part-time and research programmes can take longer. We check the length of each programme on the university’s own page with you.
Are my grades good enough?
The grades needed differ between universities and programmes, and many universities use their own equivalences for Turkish degrees. We look at your transcript and work out realistic options with you.
How much work experience do I need for an MBA?
It depends on the school. For example, Warwick, Alliance Manchester and Cranfield ask for at least three years’ post-graduation work experience for their full-time MBA. If you have less, a business master’s (for example an MSc in Management) may suit you better.
Do I need the GMAT or GRE?
Many MBA programmes ask for an admissions test; some schools accept their own test as well as the GMAT or GRE. We check the current requirements of the schools you are applying to with you.
What if my IELTS score is not high enough?
Some universities run pre-sessional English courses before the degree for students who have not yet met the English requirement. They vary by university; the University of Sussex, for example, offers 5-, 10- and 16-week options.
When should I apply?
Each programme sets its own dates, and some may stop taking applications once they are full. That is why we suggest being ready to apply about a year before the course starts.
To find the right master’s or MBA programme for you, just send the enquiry form.