- Are you at the stage in your career where a Masters Degree is the best qualification for you?
- The MAPS College Pre-Masters Programme (PMP) allows those with lower level qualifications and relevant work experience to join directly onto any of our Master’s Degree programmes.
- Designed for students who have not completed a Bachelor’s degree, but have significant work experience and want to complete their Master’s Degree.
- Fully accredited by MQA
- 3-month duration, with 100% online classes – study from anywhere!
- 6 applied units, all focussing on preparing you for higher studies
- Evening class timings. All classes take place after 5pm, to support those already in employment.
Course Description
The Pre-Masters Programme (PMP) is designed to transition students who have significant work experience, but who do not have a bachelor’s degree, into master’s degree education. The programme works to develop key skills students will need when completing their higher level studies, such as critical thinking skills, academic writing skills and referencing skills. The PMP is aligned with business-related courses, so also include a key unit introducing students to core business concepts.
The programme is fully accredited by MQA as an approved Pre-Masters Programme, and has been developed specifically to support progression onto masters degree level education. The programme is delivered through 6 units across a 3-month period. Classes are fully online, and delivered by our expert lecturers.
Awarding Body
This qualification is awarded by MAPS College.
MNQF Level
The PMP is not levelled against the MNQF, as it is a programme designed to support progression to master’s degree studies only.
Entry Requirements
Applicants who wish to join any of our Master’s Degree courses via the alternative entry route, will need to complete the PMP course. Applicants who are eligible to join the Master’s Degree courses via the direct entry route are not required to join the PMP course.
The direct entry route into any of our Master’s Degree courses is as follows. If you meet these entry requirements, you do not need to enrol onto the PMP course:
- Completion of a related Bachelor’s Degree at MNQF Level 7; OR
- Completion of a related Graduate Diploma at MNQF Level 8
The alternative entry route into any of our Master’s Degree courses is as follows. If you are intending to join via alternative entry, you must complete the PMP course:
- 25 years old, completion of a related MNQF Level 5 qualification, 7 years of relevant experience (of which 3.5 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 5 qualification), and completion of an MQA approved Pre-Master’s Programme. OR
- 25 years old, completion of a related MNQF Level 6 qualification, 6 years of relevant experience (of which 3 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 6 qualification), and completion of an MQA approved Pre-Master’s Programme.
Course Structure
- Critical Thinking
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Academic Writing and Referencing and Sources
- Introduction to Business
- Academic Presentation Skills
- Study Skills and Time Management
Duration: 3 months
Intakes: Every 2 weeks throughout the year
Mode of Study: Online
Course Fee and Payment Plan
- Monthly instalments: MVR 1,600/- per month for 3 months.
- Total course fee: MVR 4,800/-
- Please see Course Fees and Payment Plan for information on all our other course fees.
Pathway
Students who complete the MAPS College Pre-Masters Programme may use it to enrol into any of our Master’s Degree courses, subject to meeting the full alternative entry requirements.
How to Apply?
Candidates may apply online or download and complete application, which can be submitted to College Reception on the First Floor of H. Vaifilaa-age, Janavaree Magu. When applying, candidates may not select the PMP as a stand-alone course, but should select the Master’s Degree course they wish to join after completing the PMP. They will automatically be enrolled into the PMP after review by the Registrar’s Office.
Applicants are requested to read the Terms and Conditions for Studying at MAPS College before applying.
