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UK Master's Degree

Earn a UK master's degree in one year: 8 months of a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma with us, in person in Istanbul or Damascus, or online from anywhere in the world, then 4 months on your dissertation with one of our UK partner universities, in the UK or online.

  • 12 months8 + 4 months
  • 15 programmesBusiness, computing and more
  • 18 universitiesUK partners
  • English or ArabicIn stage one
UK Master's Degree: studying between Istanbul and the UK

In short: The UK master's with ABC Horizon is a 12-month, two-stage pathway: a Pearson BTEC or Qualifi Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma (a master's without dissertation) in 8 months, then a master's dissertation with a UK partner university in 4 months. The university awards your master's degree.

Programme highlights

  • Project-based assessment

    Graded on projects, research and practical assignments rather than one exam.

  • Flexible payment

    Pay your fees in comfortable instalments.

  • Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma

    And eligibility for the master's degree.

  • 15 programmes

    In business, computing and other fields.

How you study

  • Flexible study

    In person in Istanbul or Damascus, or online from anywhere in the world.

  • Optional attendance

    You can study in self-study mode.

  • English or Arabic

    Stage one is available in English or Arabic.

  • Stage two in the UK

    In person with the university, or online.

UK master's programmes

Pick a field to see its programmes. Your dissertation topic must match the subject you studied at Level 7.

  • Strategic Leadership and Management

    Advanced strategic management, leadership, planning and decision-making, building the analysis and management skills you need for the dissertation stage.

    Programme details
  • Health and Social Care Management

    Advanced health and social care management, leadership and planning, with the analysis and research skills for the dissertation stage.

  • Accounting and Finance

    Advanced accounting, financial management, financial analysis and decision-making, preparing you for the dissertation stage.

  • Hospitality and Tourism Management

    Advanced hospitality and tourism management, planning and marketing, preparing you for the dissertation stage.

  • Human Resource Management

    Advanced human resource management, staff development and strategic planning, preparing you for the dissertation stage.

  • Business Law

    The laws and regulations of companies, contracts and commercial transactions, and the legal side of business.

  • Strategic Marketing

    Strategic marketing, planning and analysis, and confident marketing decisions, preparing you for the dissertation stage.

  • Educational Management and Leadership

    Leadership, management and supervision in educational institutions, to improve teaching and develop the learning process.

Dissertation rule: Your dissertation topic must be linked to the same subject you studied at Level 7.

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UK partner universities, public and private

You write your master's dissertation with one of these universities, in the UK or online.

  • Anglia Ruskin University (ARU)

    Known for applied learning and the practical skills students need to enter the job market.

  • Coventry University

    Modern teaching with a focus on innovation and hands-on practice.

  • University of Portsmouth

    Applied learning and practical experience that build a successful career.

  • London Metropolitan University

    A wide range of programmes in a multicultural learning environment.

  • University of Lancashire

    Up-to-date programmes with a strong applied focus.

  • University of Sunderland

    Combines academic study with practice and prepares students for the job market.

  • De Montfort University Leicester

    Modern teaching with a focus on creativity and innovation.

  • University of Derby

    Links study to what employers need, with a practical focus.

  • Wrexham University

    A supportive learning environment with a practical focus.

  • University of Glasgow

    A prestigious academic reputation and a strong research focus.

  • University of Leicester

    Academic excellence and a strong research focus.

  • University of Greater Manchester

    Practical teaching that develops professional skills.

  • University of the West of Scotland

    Diverse programmes focused on practical skills and career readiness.

  • University of Gloucestershire

    A modern environment that combines academic study and practice.

  • University of Greenwich

    Modern programmes with a focus on applied learning.

  • The University of Buckingham

    Intensive programmes and close contact between students and tutors.

  • University of Southampton

    Strong teaching and research, especially in science and engineering.

  • University of Wolverhampton

    Practical, career-focused teaching across many programmes.

Entry requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in any subject. No bachelor's yet? Start with the 3-year UK Bachelor's Degree.
  • Applicants with professional experience may be accepted, subject to the awarding body's rules (Pearson or Qualifi).
  • You move on to the dissertation after passing the Level 7 diploma, subject to the partner university's requirements.
  • Your dissertation topic is linked to the subject you studied at Level 7.

Payment plan

  • Pay in one go or in several payments under the termly instalment plan.
  • Several ways to pay: cash, bank transfer or trusted money-transfer offices.
  • The first instalment can be split in two: a minimum first payment, with the rest due before the term starts.
  • Any discount or partial scholarship is deducted from the last instalment.

Example payment schedule

Pearson BTEC Level 7 in Leadership and Management

PaymentDueAmount
1stOn enrolment$1,500
2nd1 Jan 2027$1,000
3rd1 Apr 2027$1,000
Total$3,500

October 2026 students: instalments can be paid with some flexibility, as long as payment is complete before the term starts.

This schedule is an example for the Level 7 diploma in Leadership and Management. Fees vary by programme; contact us for dissertation-stage fees.

The certificates you earn

Sample certificates. Student names and certificate numbers are hidden to protect their privacy. You can verify a certificate on our website.

  • Postgraduate DiplomaPearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma

  • Postgraduate DiplomaQualifi Level 7 Diploma

  • Master's degreeUK university degree

ABC Horizon is a Pearson approved centre, centre number 91667, and a Qualifi approved centre.

UK Master's Degree FAQ

What is the one-year UK master's degree?

A 12-month pathway: 8 months of a Pearson BTEC or Qualifi Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma with ABC Horizon, then 4 months on your master's dissertation with a UK partner university, which awards your master's degree.

What is the difference between a Level 7 diploma and a master's degree?

The Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma is a master's without dissertation and sits at master's level in the UK RQF. Adding the dissertation with a UK partner university earns you the full master's degree from that university.

Can I study the UK master's online?

Yes. Stage one is in person in Istanbul or Damascus, or online from anywhere in the world; stage two is in person in the UK with the university, or online. Attendance is optional, so you can study in self-study mode.

Can I study in Damascus?

Yes. Stage one is available in person at our Damascus branch, as well as in Istanbul and online.

What language is it taught in?

Stage one is available in English or Arabic.

Which master's programmes can I study?

15 programmes, including Strategic Leadership and Management, Accounting and Finance, Human Resource Management, Strategic Marketing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, AI, Data Science and Psychology.

Which UK universities do you partner with?

We work with 18 public and private UK universities, including the University of Portsmouth, London Metropolitan University, Coventry University, De Montfort University and the University of Leicester.

How much does it cost, and can I pay in instalments?

Fees vary by programme. For example, the Level 7 diploma in Leadership and Management costs $3,500 in 3 payments. You can pay in one go or in termly instalments.

Does my dissertation have to be in the same subject?

Yes. Your dissertation topic must be linked to the subject you studied at Level 7.

Is the master's degree recognised?

The master's degree is awarded by the UK university itself, and the Level 7 diploma is regulated by Ofqual at Level 7 of the UK RQF.

Start your UK master's degree

Talk to us and we will help you choose the right programme and university.

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