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).

Biology Masters Personal Statement Sample

Biological Sciences Applications Advice

View an example personal statement for a Masters degree application in Engineering

Engineering Masters Personal Statement Sample

Engineering Applications Advice

View an example personal statement for a Masters degree application in Engineering

Physics Masters Personal Statement Sample

Physics Applications Advice

View an example personal statement for a Masters degree application in Physics.

Economics Masters Personal Statement Sample

Economics Applications Advice

View an example personal statement for a Masters degree application in Economics

Education Masters Personal Statement Sample

Education Applications Advice

View an example personal statement for a Masters degree application in Education.

What Can I Do With a Masters in Criminology?

Sociology Careers Advice

Wondering what jobs you can get with a Criminology degree? Discover skills, careers, and average salaries for Criminology Masters graduates using official data.