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5 Reasons to do a Postgraduate Diploma
These days, many students wish to further their study after graduation. For those investigating this potential route, a Postgraduate Diploma is one of the many different options available to you. W...
Choosing a Master's Degree: Where to Study
If you’re currently in the process of applying for a Master’s course, or you're strongly considering one, you probably have a firm idea in your mind of what you want to study. Yet deciding where to st...
Studying a PGDip: What to Expect
If you’re thinking about studying a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) after you’ve completed your undergraduate qualification, then you’re probably wondering what to expect. Luckily, your PGDip shouldn’t b...
What to Expect From a PhD
Your PhD will be unlike many of your previous academic experiences. While you will be attached to a University, the majority of your learning will be self-funded. It is academically challenging, occas...
How to Fund a PhD
If you’re planning on studying for a PhD, you’ll have worked out that like every other postgraduate qualification, it costs money – and lots of it. Unless you’ve a winning lottery ticket, or extremely...
Careers Options for Postgraduate Creative Arts Students
Many students with qualifications in the creative arts study with the intention of becoming practitioners in their chosen field. However, competition for such roles is highly competitive and as such, ...
5 Reasons to Study a PhD
A PhD is both financially draining and incredibly challenging. Lasting for 3 – 4 years (depending upon your subject matter) the percentage of students who start their qualification and either fail or ...
MD vs PhD - Which should You study?
If you want to further your position on the career ladder within the medical profession, then a course of postgraduate study may be your best choice. However, there are two options available for those...
Career Options for Postgraduate Agriculture Students
One of the greatest things about the agricultural industry is that there are a number of career opportunities available within this industry depending upon your particular area of interest. If you’re ...
Everything You Need To Know About Career Development Loans
If you are considering making an application for a course of postgraduate study, then there are many different funding options to take into consideration. While some students are fortunate enough to r...
Postgraduate Careers in Engineering
Engineering is a varied course of study and lends itself to a wide range of specialist subject areas. Taking a postgraduate course may be an option you are considering, as your career path will very m...
Studying a Postgraduate Course in the Humanities
With the study of humanities at postgraduate level becoming increasingly popular, so too does the demand for postgraduate funding. The term ‘humanities’ covers a wide range of subjects from history an...
Studying a Postgraduate Course in Social Sciences
Thinking of doing a masters in social sciences but feeling unsure of your career options? Well there are plenty to choose from. We explain what the subject involves and where it can take you... ...
The Cost of a PGDip
A Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) is a qualification that is similar to a Master’s degree, but commonly lasts for nine months as opposed to a year. Subsequently, a PGDip only requires students to complet...
PhD Study: Preparing To Teach Your First Seminar
As part of a PhD course, many universities will expect their students to teach first year undergraduate lectures as a means of demonstrating subject knowledge. Even if it isn’t a compulsory part of y...
Staying motivated on a PhD
Your PhD will be tough and academically challenging but also rewarding. It might not be easy, but it is important that you try to keep yourself motivated throughout your research in order to submit wo...
Different Teaching Qualifications
These days, teaching is a popular career choice among many graduates, particularly those with strong degrees. Not only does it have a tempting starting salary of £21,000 per year, but it is also a mor...
Applying for a PGCE - Q and A
Applying for a PGCE can be tough. It is a popular course option for many young graduates, so it is important that you do everything that you can to make your application as strong as possible. We s...