Overview

The Cambridge International Pre-Master’s (IPM) programme is a nine-month full-time programme for students wishing to prepare for study at master’s degree level at a leading English speaking university. The course aims to develop students’ abilities in research methods and practices, their English language and academic literacy skills, and understanding of current and emerging themes in Business Management or Engineering.

Why IPM

The Cambridge International Pre-Master’s programme is designed to

provide students with the necessary English language and academic literacy skills to conduct an independent research project
develop students’ skills as independent and critical researchers in preparation for Master's level study in the UK or other English speaking countries
enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of key and emerging Business Management or Engineering themes

Find out more about the Business Management pathway

Find out more about the Engineering pathway

Learn about Cambridge Colleges

One of the unique aspects of being a student at Cambridge is that you become a member of a college as well as a member of the University. Find out more about the Cambridge College experience.

Meet us online

Meet the academic director online for an individual profile review. An individual profile review will give you an opportunity to speak 1-2-1 and learn more about the programme and admissions process.

Dr Sooter Nomhwange, Course Director for the Business Management pathway - register for a webchat

Dr Oliver Hadeler, Course Director for the Engineering pathway - register for a webchat

Dr Nigel Kettley, Academic Director for IPM - register for a webchat

Shamiso Barnett, Head of Academic Centre Administration for IPM - register for a webchat

Susannah Lewis, Academic Centre Coordinator for IPM - register for a webchat

Webinars

Our webinars are an informal way to discuss the programme with a panel from the IPM team. The webinars will include a short presentation and an opportunity to get your questions answered.

IPM Virtual Open Day - Watch now

Webinar - Watch now

Research Proposal Workshop

The workshops are designed to take prospective applicants through the research proposal process providing insight on what is expected at postgraduate level.

For early deadline applicants:

6 November, 11am - 12pm (GMT) - If you missed this event, you can request to review the recording by completing our registration form.

For standard deadline applicants:

11 February 2020, 11am - 12pm - If you missed this event, you can request to review the recording by completing our registration form.

International Events

The IPM Team invites you to join us at one of our recruitment events. This is an opportunity to meet us and find out more about the programme and how to apply.

Bogota - Saturday 7 September 2019

Dubai - Saturday 21 September 2019

Milan - Tuesday 15 October 2019

Tokyo - Saturday 26 October 2019

Seoul - Tuesday 29 October 2019

Beijing - Saturday 2 November 2019

Shanghai - Sunday 3 November 2019

Mumbai - Saturday 30 November 2019

New Delhi - Wednesday 4 December 2019