What types of Postgraduate study are available?
There are a variety of options for postgraduate study, including:
- Masters Courses which can be either taught or research-based
- Doctoral research degrees, often referred to as PhDs, take at least 3 years to complete (in the UK, often longer in other countries)
A masters degree can help you secure a particular role, aid career progression, boost your salary and enable doctoral study.
A doctoral degree can follow immediately after previous study or later in your life and career. In the first instance it is important to decide whether research is for you
Applying for courses requires thought and preparation. Think about what you hope to gain from further study, and the time and cost implications. This will help you decide whether it is right for you. Researching the options available to you will help you to make an informed choice.