Master’s Preparation
Why study the International Year Two?
The Alvis Pathway Master’s Preparation is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your chosen master’s degree at a university in the UK, Australia or New Zealand.
- Enhanced English Language Skills: Our programme is designed to improve your English language abilities to a level sufficient for effective communication and study at a postgraduate level. You’ll learn to express yourself clearly and confidently in academic settings.
- Developed Academic Skills: We focus on developing your academic skills and understanding of the underlying philosophies and capabilities required for successful postgraduate study. You’ll learn essential skills like critical thinking, research, and writing.
- Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Our programme aims to bridge the gap between your existing subject knowledge and the standards expected of universities in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
- Academic Integrity: We emphasise the importance of academic integrity and the serious consequences of plagiarism. You’ll learn about ethical research practices and how to avoid academic misconduct.
- Independent Learning: We cultivate a commitment to independent learning, equipping you with the skills to become a self-directed learner. You’ll develop the ability to undertake significant individual research projects.
- Assessment Experience: Our programme provides practical experience with different assessment methods used in overseas universities. You’ll gain confidence in your ability to demonstrate your learning effectively.
- Cultural Understanding: We introduce aspects of Western culture and help you understand the policies, procedures, and regulations that govern study in the West. You’ll become familiar with the academic and social norms of Western universities.
- Reflective Learning: We encourage reflective learning through various program elements. You’ll develop the ability to analyse your learning process and make improvements.
Australia
The University of Newcastle, Australia
Ranked 14th in Australia and 179th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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The University of Western Australia
Ranked 7th in Australia and 77th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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Auckland University of Technology
Ranked 1st in New Zealand and in the Top 100 in the world for international outlook (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024)
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The University of Auckland
Ranked 1st in New Zealand and 65th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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University of Canterbury
Ranked 6th in New Zealand and 261st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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University of Waikato
Ranked 3rd in New Zealand and in the Top 250 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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Victoria University of Wellington
Ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world in 14 subject areas (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
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Aston University
Aston is recognised as one of the top 25 universities in the UK (Guardian University Guide, 2025)
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Brunel University London
Ranked 38th in the UK and in the top 350 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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Harper Adams University
Named Specialist University of the Year (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)
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Kingston University
Ranked top 10 in the UK in seven subject areas (Guardian University Guide 2024)
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Liverpool Hope University
The university is ranked 3rd in the North West and joint 27th in the UK for Student Satisfaction (The Complete University Guide 2024)
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Liverpool John Moores University
Ranked 57th in the UK (Guardian University League Tables 2024)
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Manchester Metropolitan University
Ranked 57th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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Queen Mary University of London
Ranked 18th in the UK and 110th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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Robert Gordon University
Top 3 in Scotland and top 10 in the UK for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024)
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Rated Gold for outstanding support for student success and progression (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023)
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The University of Manchester
Ranked 7th in the UK and 35th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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The University of Sheffield
Ranked 15th in the UK and 92nd in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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University of Birmingham
Ranked 11th in the UK and 76th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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University of Bradford
Distance Learning MBA ranked 1st in the world for value for money and teaching related to ethics and climate solutions (Financial Times Online MBA Rankings 2024)
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University of Bristol
8th in the UK and 51st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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University of Exeter
Ranked 23rd in the UK and 155th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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University of Huddersfield
Ranked in the Top 30 in the world for Music and Performing Arts (QS World University Rankings By Subject 2024)
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University of Kent
Ranked in the top 40 universities in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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University of Lancashire
Ranked in the top 15 percent in the world for impact (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024)
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University of Leeds
Ranked 13th in the UK and 86th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)
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University of Leicester
Ranked 26th in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024)
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University of Sussex
Ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
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University of Westminster
Top 250 young university in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)
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UWE Bristol
91% of graduates are in employment or further study after 15 months (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023)
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