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Finding A Masters Degree – Information & Advice
Written by Mark Bennett
There are thousands of Masters study options available. So how do you find the right programme or choose between different options?
These guides will help you make the right decision about postgraduate study, whether that means choosing between qualifications, or making the most of resources like rankings and study fairs.
We've also taken a look at the value of Masters study and examined career prospects to help you decide if a Masters is worthwhile for your future.
What is a Masters Degree?
A Masters is an advanced academic degree that takes place at postgraduate, or 'second-cycle', level, building on existing undergraduate study.
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Why Do a Masters Degree?
Explore why you should get a Masters degree with our guide on the key benefits. Make an informed decision on whether a Masters degree is right for you.
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Types of Masters Degree
There are many different types of Masters degree. Popular courses include taught MA, MSc (or MS) programmes as well as research-based MRes and MPhils, alongside more specialised MBA, MFA, LLM and MArch options.
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Ways to Study a Masters
Postgraduate study is often very flexible, with the option to study a Masters degree or other qualification part-time, online or through blended learning.
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Masters Degree Careers
Read about the different career options with a Masters degree and find out which professions require a postgraduate qualification.
Read moreUniversity Rankings
Our guides explain how to make sense of university rankings in your search for the best Masters programme.
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Mark Bennett
Mark joined FindAMasters to develop our first ever advice articles in 2013 and now serves as our Director of Audience & Editorial, making sure our websites and information are as useful as possible for people thinking about Masters and PhD study. He has a PhD in English Literature from the University of Sheffield, as well as Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Kent and the University of South Wales.
Last updated: 08 March 2021
