Ben Taylor

Role – Student Content Manager

Ben helped lead the FindAUniversity content team from 2017 to 2022 working as our Student Content Manager to produce well-researched advice across a range of topics in related to postgraduate study. He’s since gone on to work at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).

Postgraduate expertise

Ben has a Bachelors degree in English Literature from the University of Sheffield and a Masters from the University of Amsterdam. Having also spent a semester at the University of Helsinki through the Erasmus programme, he’s no stranger to study abroad (or cold weather!).

Latest articles from Ben Taylor

Types of English Language Tests for Masters Study

Masters programmes are delivered in English at universities around the world, but you may need to submit a test score if this isn't your first language. Types of English Language Tests include the IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Cambridge English.

Graduate Entry Tests for Masters Degrees & Postgraduate Study Programmes

Tests Applications Advice

Find out more about how different graduate entry tests for Masters degrees work, with information on the GMAT, GRE and other admissions exams.

Postgraduate Law Programmes

Masters Types Law Advice

Solicitors Qualification Exam (SQE), Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) allow you to train as a solicitor or legal professional.

by Ben Taylor

The Turing Scheme – FAQs and Updates for Postgraduate Students

We’ll be keeping this blog up-to-date with everything we know about the Turing Scheme, including funding opportunities and application deadlines.

by Ben Taylor

So, Where Can a Masters Lead You?

Careers Advice

We've rounded up some of the most popular postgraduate disciplines, with key stats from the UK government on average salaries and some suggestions on the kinds of job role that they could lead to.

by Ben Taylor

Spotlight on: GREAT Scholarships from the British Council

International Study Funding Advice

Find out more about the GREAT Scholarships offered by the British Council each year for international students to study a Masters in the UK.

by Ben Taylor

Best of 2020 – Our Most Popular Blogs This Year

Advice

As 2020 draws to a close, we've compiled our five most popular blogs of the year, featuring advice, study abroad inspiration and more.

by Ben Taylor

Postgraduate Teacher Training – A Quick Guide

Careers Advice

This blog will give you a quick introduction to postgraduate teacher training in the UK, covering the qualifications and routes that lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).