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Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering (1 Term), Leading to Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Geoscience (iCAS)

Study Group - University of Aberdeen International Study Centre

UK,Scotland

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15 Months

Duration

CAD 13,250/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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UK, Scotland

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1495

Total Students: 14,780 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

King College, Aberdeen AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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Scholarships
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Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering (1 Term), Leading to Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Geoscience (iCAS)

Program Overview

Pre-Masters in Science and Engineering

Our accelerated, twelve-week Pre-Masters Programme offers you specially designed modules around your chosen subject route to help you prepare for postgraduate study at the University of Aberdeen. Taught in the same style as the University, you will also study core and route modules designed to improve your English and mathematical skills.

Leading to:- Sustainable Energy Geoscience MSc

The world’s energy system is largely driven by coal, oil, and gas. However, the transition to a low-carbon future requires moving away from fossil fuels and focusing instead on essentials minerals such as cobalt, lithium, nickel, and copper for use in wind turbines, solar panels and electric vehicles.

Geothermal energy, carbon capture and storage (CCS) and hydrogen storage are also central components of the UK government’s strategy for reducing greenhouse emissions and reaching net-zero by 2050.

This programme draws on the exceptional expertise within the Department of Geology and Geophysics to equip students with the subsurface skills required for the rapidly evolving energy transition sector.

Our understanding of subsurface workflows and resources is critical to many of the new clean energy technologies associated with the energy transition, such as geothermal energy, carbon capture and storage (CCS) and the growing demand for critical minerals needed to produce clean technologies such as wind turbines, batteries and electric vehicles.

Aberdeen boasts a significant advantage in C02 storage technology due to the technical and commercial offshore energy skills built up over the last 50 years, the existing energy infrastructure and the unique geology of the North Sea basin. CCS alone has been recognised as a critical technology by the UK government in helping carbon-intensive industries meet their net zero goals and is central to the UK government’s Net Zero Strategy.

At the heart of this programme is a focus on developing a strong technical understanding of rocks and fluids in the subsurface, and how to model, monitor and verify their presence using geophysical, petrophysical and other techniques. This knowledge is then applied to a wide range of low carbon energy solutions including sustainable mineral extraction, geothermal flow and subsurface storage.

We place a strong focus on geoscience interpretation and the high-demand skills needed for both present-day and future energy extraction and storage scenarios. In addition, you will examine the societal implications of the energy transition, including social justice, global dynamics and sustainability goals.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Postgraduate Pathway

Application Processing Days

7 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

15 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
may 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 13,250 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Study Group - University of Aberdeen International Study Centre

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 Minimum Listening - 5.5 Minimum Reading - 5.5 Minimum Writing - 6.0 Minimum Speaking - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 78.0 Minimum Listening - 17.0 Minimum Reading - 18.0 Minimum Writing - 21.0 Minimum Speaking - 20.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 61.0 Minimum Listening - 59.0 Minimum Reading - 59.0 Minimum Writing - 61.0 Minimum Speaking - 59.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0 Minimum Literacy - 95.0 Minimum Comprehension - 95.0 Minimum Conversation - 105.0 Minimum Production - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 45.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Program Option	CAS	Programme	Tuition Fees	Scholarship
UG	SG CAS	Undergraduate Foundation Program (UFP)	£19,250	£6,000

	ICAS	International Year Two (IY2)	£19,250	£5,500

PG	ICAS	Pre-Masters Program (PMP)	£13,250	£4,000

Scholarships at Aberdeen:

Due to its long history of academic excellence, the University of Aberdeen and the International Study Centre are proud to support exceptional students on their journey.
Scholarships for academic excellence
The University is pleased to offer academic scholarships for students who show academic excellence in their pathway programme. We hope these scholarships, combined with the University's award-winning research and top facilities, help to inspire you to achieve success in your studies and future career.

Undergraduate Pathway Students:

The University of Aberdeen is offering progression scholarships to students who achieve a grade B (equivalent to at least 68%) in their undergraduate pathway programme. This scholarship will be available up to the value of £2,500 each year of your undergraduate degree, following your transition to the University.
The scholarship is available to self-funded students at the International Study Centre, on any undergraduate pathway except for those progression to MBChB Medicine. You can find out more about our fees here.

Postgraduate Pathway Students:

Postgraduate students who achieve the equivalent to at least 68% in their chosen pathway programme are also eligible for an academic scholarship to the University. A scholarship up to the value of £2,000 is available to students following progression from the International Study Centre.
This scholarship is available to self-funded students on any postgraduate pathway programme at the International Study Centre. Learn more about our academic fees here.

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.