The programme is designed to develop Students English language skills and introduce students to essential academic and study skills before travelling to the International Study Centre to begin their academic programme.

The Pre-Masters is a three-term programme that provides the specialist academic and English language preparation students need to succeed as a postgraduate student at Durham University. Once they successfully complete this Pre-Masters programme and achieve the required grades, they can start their chosen Masters degree at Durham University. The Master of Science in Plant Biotechnology and Enterprise explores the need for society to increase agricultural productivity amid global warming and equips Students with the skills and experience in biotechnological innovation and commercial know-how to support the vital efforts to shape food production in the future.