Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering
Aim
The Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering prepares you for a postgraduate taught masters degree within the Faculties of Pure Science or Engineering at the University of Sheffield. The course is academically challenging and builds on your prior studies and experience. Providing integrated academic studies in science or engineering, advanced level English language, and comprehensive study skills, the course offers excellent study quality.
The University of Sheffield’s specialist postgraduate degrees are highly regarded by employers across a range of industries. Guided by the latest developments in each subject, the University’s degree programmes equip students with cutting-edge skills and abilities, and produce graduates who stand out in increasingly competitive job markets.
83% of Graduate Diploma Science and Engineering students received unconditional offers from The University of Sheffield in 2010!
Engineering is one of The University's great strengths, and it was announced in August 2011 that an extra £21 million will be invested in its highly respected Faculty of Engineering. With 30% of UK engineering graduates coming from overseas, the Sheffield International College provides an excellent route to academic success in this field.
Entry requirements
Entry to the Graduate Diploma requires students to have an undergraduate degree, equivalent to a UK Ordinary Degree, with good grades. The exact entry requirements vary from country to country.
Find out more about entry requirements
The Graduate Diploma has flexible entry points depending on your level of English proficiency. The table below shows the different levels, course durations and start dates available:
| Language requirements | Duration | Start dates |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS 4.0 (in all skills) or equivalent SELT |
5 terms | January 2012 |
| IELTS 5.5 (in all skills) or equivalent SELT |
3 terms | January and February 2012 |
Course Outline
Student Tutorials
All students have a Learning Support Tutor who will work with you throughout your academic course at the college, and support you in achieving your quality study goals. Through regular meetings, your tutor can offer valuable advice to help you develop your study skills and knowledge, ensuring you receive guaranteed study quality.
Assessment
Students are assessed through a combination of assignments, periodic tests and end-of-module examinations. Full-time attendance is an important part of the assessment.
Progression
The Graduate Diploma allows you to progress to a taught masters degree within the Faculties of Pure Science or Engineering. Your place is guaranteed when you complete the Graduate Diploma course and achieve the grades stipulated in your offer letter. To find out more please follow the Quick Link to progression routes on the right.