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3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art

Foundation or pathway, Arts, design and media. University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre, Southampton, South East, United Kingdom.

Level
Foundation or pathway
Field
Arts, design and media
School
University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre
Location
Southampton, South East, United Kingdom
Tuition (first year)
34,705 GBP
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Sept 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
12,180 GBP a year
School type
Public
DLI number
10007158

Program overview

3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art is a foundation or pathway program in arts, design and media at University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre, a public institution in Southampton, South East, United Kingdom, founded in 1862.

First-year tuition is listed at 34,705 GBP and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.

Applications to University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre typically receive a decision in 3 days and 9 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 46,885 GBP for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. UKVI sets a monthly maintenance amount that differs for London and the rest of the UK, plus the tuition fee for the first year, up to a cap. You must also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge. Amounts are updated by the UK government, so read the money section of the official guidance before you apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (GBP)
Tuition, first year34,705 GBP
Living costs, first year (school estimate)12,180 GBP
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total46,885 GBP

How the tuition compares in the United Kingdom

Our directory lists 2,026 foundation or pathway programs in arts, design and media at 68 schools in the United Kingdom. Their median first-year tuition is 19,750 GBP, and the middle half cost between 17,760 GBP and 23,280 GBP.

At 34,705 GBP, 3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art is 76% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 8,150 GBP to 37,160 GBP.

Lower-cost foundation or pathway options in arts, design and media

If budget matters, these foundation or pathway programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United Kingdom.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
1-Semester Pathway - Pre-Masters in Creative and Cultural Business - Continue to Master of Science - Corporate Communications and Public AffairsInternational College at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen8,150 GBP
1-Semester Pathway - Pre-Masters in Art, Architecture and Design - Continue to Master of Arts - Graphic DesignInternational College Portsmouth (ICP), Portsmouth9,100 GBP
1-Semester Pre-Master's Pathway in Art Management - Continue to Master of Arts - Fashion PromotionBirmingham City University International College (BCUIC), Birmingham9,500 GBP
1-Term Pathway - Pre-Masters in Business - Continue to Master of Arts (MA) - Global Media and CultureKeele University International College, Staffordshire10,500 GBP
Pre-Masters in Engineering and Design - Continue to Master of Arts - Design and Branding StrategyBrunel University London Pathway College, London10,950 GBP
1-Term Pathway - Pre-Masters in Humanities and Social Sciences - Continue to Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing Manchester Metropolitan University International College, Manchester11,000 GBP

Plan for the Sept 2027 intake

Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September or October is the main intake for most courses, with a January or February intake for some. Visa applications can be made within a set window before the course start date.

ByStep
November 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
January 2027Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
March 2027Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
May 2027Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
August 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre sets the exact entry requirements for 3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art. For a foundation or pathway, applicants usually need the following.

Universities accept a range of tests and some accept alternative evidence. For the visa itself you may need an approved English test result or confirmation from the sponsor. Check what your sponsor will accept before booking a test.

  • Class 10 and 12 marksheets, or your most recent qualification.
  • A short personal statement.
  • English test results at the level the pathway sets.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (Student route)

Students from India need a Student visa (Student route) to study in the United Kingdom. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decides the application.

The UK Student visa is sponsored by a licensed university or college through a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). The route is points based and document heavy: funds, English language and sponsor details must all match the rules in force on the day you apply.

  • Apply to a licensed student sponsor. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS; most postgraduate applications go directly to the university.
  • Accept an offer, meet any conditions and pay any deposit requested. Ask for the CAS once you are eligible for it.
  • Prepare proof of funds held for the required period, your passport, the CAS details, English evidence and a tuberculosis test certificate where required for your country.
  • Check whether your subject needs ATAS clearance, then apply online and pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge.

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Graduate route, which allows time in the UK to work or look for work. The length of stay and conditions have been under review, so use the current GOV.UK page and not older figures.

Scholarships at University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre

Check the eligibility rules for each scholarship before you apply. Some are applied automatically, others need a separate application.

  • Business School Scholarships: £3,500 - £9,000 GBP
  • Excellence Scholarships: £2,500 GBP
  • Medical Technology, Innovation and Design Master’s Scholarship: £3,000 GBP

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against 3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for 3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art?

First-year tuition is listed at 34,705 GBP. Living costs are extra; University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre estimates 12,180 GBP a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is 3-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's Programme with Pre-Sessional English - Master of Arts - Fine Art a degree?

It is listed as a foundation or pathway. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Which visa do I need to study in the United Kingdom?

You need a Student visa (Student route), decided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Southampton ONCAMPUS Centre, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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