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).

The Best Universities for Finance in the UK (2026)

United Kingdom Finance Rankings

Looking for the best universities for Finance in the UK? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

The Best Universities for Finance in Ireland (2026)

Ireland Finance Rankings

Looking for the best universities for Finance in Ireland? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

The Best Universities for Sociology in Italy (2026)

Italy Sociology Rankings

Looking for the best universities for Sociology in Italy? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

The Best Universities for Computer Science in Ireland (2026)

Ireland Rankings Computer Science

Looking for the best universities for Computer Science in Ireland? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

The Best Universities for Electrical Engineering in Australia (2026)

Australia Rankings Engineering

Looking for the best universities for Electrical Engineering in Australia? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

The Best Universities for Electrical Engineering in Ireland (2026)

Ireland Rankings Engineering

Looking for the best universities for Electrical Engineering in Ireland? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

The Best Universities for Agriculture in Ireland (2026)

Ireland Rankings Agriculture

Looking for the best universities for Agriculture in Ireland? Compare ranking tables from top sources here, along with their methodologies.

Apply for Austudy: Get Paid to Study in Australia

Costs Australia Australia & Oceania Funding

You can earn up to AUS$836 per fortnight while studying a postgraduate course in Australia. Find out about the Austudy payments including eligibility criteria and much more.