Masters Student Guides

There’s a lot to think about when you’re planning your postgraduate journey. You’ll need to decide what kind of Masters you want to study, which university to attend and how to improve your chances of application success. You’ll probably want to understand what studying a Masters is actually like and how it’ll be different to your undergraduate degree.

One of the most important factors is how you’ll fund your Masters course, whether through a postgraduate student loan or an international scholarship scheme. Another key consideration is the impact a Masters will have on your employability and how it could boost your earnings potential.

We’ve written hundreds of dedicated guides to all of these topics (and much more besides).

by Ben Taylor

Free Masters Study in Europe? 11 Countries With Free (or Almost Free) University Study

Funding

Looking to study a Masters abroad for (almost) free? We’ve rounded up some of the best postgraduate destinations in Europe, each offering great value qualifications.

by Jamie Depledge

Deus Educated: Postgraduate Study as a Cyborg?

As the latest instalment in the futuristic Deus Ex video-game series hits the shelves, Jamie asks if postgraduate study would actually be any easier for cyborgs.

by Mark Bennett

UK Masters Fees 2016-17 - Have Postgraduate Loans Raised Costs?

Student Loans Funding

A survey of UK postgraduate fees reveals that average costs have risen just as postgraduate loans are introduced. But what does this mean in practice? We've taken a look.

by Chantelle Francis

Working During a Masters - How Hard Can It Be?

Funding Advice

Considering taking on part-time employment during your Masters, but wondering how you'll balance work and postgraduate study? Chantelle Francis held down three jobs whilst completing her MA. She shares some advice in this post.

by Mark Bennett

UK Tier 4 Masters Degree Visa Pilot - Information for Postgraduate Students

International Study Applications

The UK's Tier 4 visa pilot makes it easier for international students to study at 27 participating universities and extends the time they can spend in the country after graduation.

by Mark Bennett

Starting a Masters – What to Expect?

Advice

Getting ready to begin a Masters (or thinking about one) and not sure what to expect? Our Content Editor looks back to the start of his postgraduate study and considers how correct his assumptions were.

by Mark Bennett

Postgraduate Loans – 9 Things you Might not Know

Student Loans Funding

Postgraduate loans are nearly here, but how well do you know the new system? Our Content Editor, Mark, has been following the plans for almost two years. Here he picks out a few details you might have missed.

by Jamie Depledge

Postgraduate Study Takes (Poké)balls

Unless you've been living under a rock - or locked in the lab, you've probably heard something about Pokemon Go. Actually, there are probably Pokemon in your lab too. We've taken a look at the similarities between postgraduate study and catching 'em all.

by Sorana Vieru

Postgraduates and the new Higher Education Bill - Advice from NUS

The Higher Education and Research Bill is making its way through parliament, with substantial changes on the way for UK students and universities. Sorana Vieru is the NUS Vice President for Higher Education. Here she explains why the bill matters to postgraduates - and what you should look out for.