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

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 Rosie Crawford

Video: What I considered before starting my Masters degree

Rosie is FindAMasters' student ambassador. Let her share her hints and tips to help you choose the right Masters!

by Rosie Crawford

What I Learnt Taking a Gap Year Before My Masters

Rosie became interested in a Masters during her second year but, by the end of her degree, she felt she needed a productive break. Read how taking a year out helped prepare her for postgraduate study.

by Rosie Crawford

Video: My Experience Starting a Masters During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Rosie is FindAMasters' student ambassador. Let her show you what it's like to study a Masters during a pandemic.

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 Mark Bennett

Do They Know It's Christmas? – Tips For (Relatively) Stress-Free Holidays as a Postgrad

Advice

What's Christmas like as a Masters student? Our editor takes a helpful, but light-hearted, look at the festive period from a postgrad perspective.

by Hannah Slack

Part-Time vs Full-Time Masters

Advice

Not sure whether part-time or full-time study is the best option for you? Read this blog to find out all the advantages and disadvantages of each mode of study!

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).