What is it?

Postgraduate study allows you specialise in a particular area of interest. Students who go on to postgraduate studies usually demonstrate a high level of academic achievement and display a mature attitude to independent study. In most cases there is an element of research involved, either through the end dissertation/thesis or through various coursework which will require the student to critically analyse, review and comment on articles, journals, papers, etc.

Types

Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma (1 year)

Taught master's (1 year)

MBA (1year)

Research master's (1year)

Doctorate/PhD (3-4 years)

Quick facts

There are many opportunities for work experience and study abroad programmes.

Length of study in the UK is shorter than the United States which makes it comparatively cheaper.

The style of learning is progressive and forward-thinking, to ensure students are able equally to learn and to create knowledge.

Apart from the MBA, there is greater emphasis on independent study and research, including a dissertation or thesis from 10,000-100,000 words.

Students find that after graduation they are more employable or can progress in their careers more effectively.

Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma

A taught course

Can be used to top up your skills or assist with a smoother transition into a master's degree for those wishing to specialise in an area not previously studied

Taught master's

Aimed at students wishing to specialise in an area of choice

Can lead to better career progression and greater job opportunity

Useful for working professionals who wish to top up their skills

Assessment can include coursework, projects/presentations, exams, and a dissertation

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Aimed at both students and working professionals who wish to improve their managerial skills for better career progression

Graduates find they are generally more able to obtain a salary increase

Often takes length and position of work experience into account as a requirement of entry. (Generally at least 3 years at a management level is expected.)

Can offer a variety of specialisations such as marketing, management, e-business, HR and international business

Assessment can include individual and team projects, coursework, presentations, exams and a dissertation

Research master's

Entire year is devoted to research of chosen topic

Main assessment is final dissertation of 10,000 words

Useful for working professionals who have identified current issues in their field

Can help prepare for higher research study such as a PhD

Doctorate

Otherwise known as a PhD

3-4 years are devoted to one single research project on your thesis topic

Assessment is of a final thesis of approximately 100,000 words

Entry requirements

Postgraduate Certificate

Undergraduate degree

IELTS 6.0-7.5

Master's Degree

Good bachelor's degree (or pre-master's course)

IELTS 6.0-7.5

Doctorate/PhD

Master's degree

IELTS 6.5-7.5

Cost

Arts and humanities courses: £7,000-£15,000 per year

Science courses: £7,500-£20,000 per year

Clinical courses: £10,000-£21,000 per year

Masters of Business Administration (MBA): £4,000 to more than £40,000 per year

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